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COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
BSN STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020
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This Handbook contains important information regarding policies and procedures specific to the BSN program. In addition to the policies and procedures stated in the BSN Student Handbook, students are required to comply with all University policies found in
the National University General Catalog. All policies and procedures are subject to change.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS HANDBOOK CANNOT BE CONSIDERED AS AN AGREEMENT OR CONTRACT BETWEEN INDIVIDUAL
STUDENTS AND THE NURSING PROGRAM. THE PROGRAM RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REVISE STATEMENTS, POLICIES, CURRICULUM, FEES, AND
CALENDAR AS NECESSARY. ALL REVISIONS ARE EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY UPON NOTIFICATION.
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Table of Contents WELCOME TO NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
BSN PROGRAM MISSION, VISION, PHILOSOPHY, AND ORGANIZING CONCEPTS
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
BSN PROGRAM COURSE SEQUENCE
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
CURRICULUM
FACULTY
STUDENTS
CLINICAL PREPARATION AND REQUIREMENTS
HEALTH CLEARANCE
PERSONAL HEALTH INSURANCE
MALPRACTICE INSURANCE
CPR - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT
HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPPA)
BACKGROUND CHECK
DRUG SCREENING
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
MATH COMPETENCY
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SKILLS COMPETENCY
TRANSPORTATION
EQUIPMENT
POLICY ON PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE
STANDARDS OF DRESS FOR THE CLINICAL SETTING
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES FOR MENTAL HEALTH NURSING EXPERIENCES
CHANGES IN PERSONAL INFORMATION
UNACCEPTABLE PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORS
STUDENT CONCERNS AND ISSUES
UNSAFE CLINICAL PRACTICE
STUDENT HEALTH OR CLINICAL SAFETY INCIDENT
REPORTABLE PATIENT/CLIENT CLINICAL OCCURRENCE
INCIDENT REPORT
CLINICAL PROCEDURES
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING ACADEMIC POLICIES
COURSE OUTLINE/SYLLABUS
GUIDELINES FOR WRITTEN PAPERS
ACADEMIC AND CLINICAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT STANDARDS
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE, CLINICAL PERFORMANCE, AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT LEARNING SUPPORT PLAN
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ATI/KAPLAN POLICY
KAPLAN COURSE REQUIREMENTS
ON CAMPUS EXAMINATION GUIDELINES
ONLINE EXAMINATION GUIDES
MAKE-UP ASSIGNMENTS AND EXAMS
ATTENDANCE AND TARDINESS
ABSENCE AND TARDINESS FROM THEORY CLASS
ABSENCE AND TARDINESS FROM CLINICAL AND LABORATORY
CLINICAL ATTENDANCE
MAKE UP CLINICAL
ATTENDANCE OF PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCES AND SYMPOSIA
HOLIDAY SCHEDULING OF CLASSES/CLINICALS
PROGRESSION AND REINTEGRATION
REPEATING A COURSE
PROCEDURES GOVERNING SUBSTANDARD ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
GRADING
LATE ASSIGNMENTS
EVALUATIONS BY STUDENTS
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PLAGIARISM
CIVILITY IN THE CLASSROOM
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ONLINE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORS
CLASSROOM CONDUCT GUIDELINES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
NURSING SKILLS AND SIMULATION LABORATORIES
STUDENT UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF SUBSTANCES (LEGAL OR ILLEGAL)
GRIEVANCE POLICY
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING EXAMINATOIN (NCLEX)
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT CONTACTS
APPENDIX
STUDENT HANDBOOK AND GENERAL CATALOG REVIEW FORM
BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR STUDENTS CLINICAL PLACEMENTS
COMMUNICATION PROCESS
CODE OF ETHICS FOR NURSES
TESTING GUIDELINES
TESTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR ONSITE TEST ACCOMMODATIONS
STUDENT CHECKLIST RESOURCE
LEARNING SUPPORT PLAN
REINTEGRATION POLICY
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COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING
WELCOME TO NATIONAL UNIVERSITY
The faculty and staff of the Department of Nursing are pleased to welcome you to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. We would like to congratulate you on choosing nursing as a profession and thank you for choosing National University as the academic pathway for this endeavor. As you embark upon your new career in nursing, you will find that being a student in the BSN program to be both challenging and stimulating. The intensive program is designed to prepare graduates to provide safe, quality nursing care to a variety of patients across the lifespan continuum. Upon completion of the program students will be eligible to sit for the National Council of Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Registered Nurses. National University (NU) BSN graduates will be prepared to improve health and quality of life for individuals, families, and communities through safe quality nursing care. This handbook provides information for the student in the BSN program at National University. The Handbook contains important information regarding policies and procedures specific to the BSN program. All students are required to read the Handbook and adhere to the stated policies and procedures. Students must sign the Handbook Review Form found in the Appendix and return it to the Department of Nursing office within one week of receipt of the Handbook. Failure to comply with signing and returning the Review Form, the student will not be able to continue in the nursing program.
For questions and clarifications regarding these policies and procedures, please contact the Nursing Department. In addition to the policies and procedures stated in the BSN Student Handbook, students are required to comply with all University policies found in the National University General Catalog. All policies and procedures are subject to change. NATIONAL UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT The National University mission is to deliver an exceptional student experience by providing superior programs and services that are relevant and result in meaningful learning. The university’s vision is to be a distinctive, leading-edge institution that produces graduates who make positive contributions to the transformation of society. NU values include: Quality: Provision of an exceptional student experience, from initial contact with a lifelong learner to degree completion and engagement as alumni. Innovation: Adoption of services, products, processes, programs, and business models that facilitate execution of the NU mission.
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Collaboration: Cooperative work relationships within NU, across the National University System (NUS), and with our various partners, defined by mutual respect and professionalism. Diversity: Service to all students, staff, faculty, and partners in a way that reflects the richness of the sociocultural and economic differences in society. Access: Flexible, convenient, and affordable courses and programs for any qualified and motivated lifelong learner. INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Apply information literacy skills necessary to support continuous, lifelong learning. 2. Communicate effectively orally and in writing, and through other appropriate modes of
expression. 3. Display mastery of knowledge and skills in a discipline. 4. Demonstrate cultural and global awareness to be responsible citizens in a diverse society. 5. Demonstrate professional ethics and practice academic integrity. 6. Utilize research and critical thinking to solve problems. 7. Use collaboration and group processes to achieve a common goal.
CATALOG INFORMATION All students are expected to be aware of University regulations and to abide by them. These policies and procedures are outlined in the National University General Catalog and are on the university website at https://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/Catalog.html.
BSN MISSION, VISION, PHILOSOPHY AND ORGANIZING
CONCEPTS
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Department of Nursing is to prepare at National University is to prepare nurses as professional leaders through interprofessional collaborative practice, promote, person-centered care, utilize evidence-based practice, and use emerging technologies resulting in positive health outcomes in dynamic healthcare settings.
VISION STATEMENT
The vision of the Department of Nursing is to become a center of nursing academic excellence.
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PHILOSOPHY
We believe the process of educating nurses is focused on guiding students to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to continuously improve the quality and safety of nursing practice to diverse individuals, families, communities, and populations. Nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes advance from simple to complex as students’ progress through their educational programs as self-directed lifelong learners. Knowledge, skills, and attitudes are the foundation of nursing judgment. Knowledge is defined as the integration of data and information into an organized cognitive structure which creates meaning and perspective. The fundamental structure of nursing education is developed through knowledge gained in theory courses and clinical learning experiences. Nursing skills include cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies necessary to make judgments and implement safe, effective and evidence-based nursing care that results in positive patient outcomes. The concept of attitude is defined as the development of professional identity and values. The development of professional identity involves personal reflection and the application of standards and ethics of nursing practice. Nursing practice incorporates personal integrity, patient advocacy, membership in a collaborative healthcare team, and lifelong learning. Nursing judgment is the outcome of applied clinical reasoning skills to nursing practice. Nurses employ specialized knowledge and skills to provide evidence-based, culturally competent, best practices, to improve the health of individuals, families, communities, and populations. Nursing judgment and professional identity are enhanced through concepts of adult centered learning principles. As adult learners, nursing students are responsible for their own learning and incorporate self-directed activities relevant to practice-oriented situations. Educators facilitate student learning by functioning as partners, role models, coaches, and mentors of students in their discovery of new knowledge. Nursing educators assist the student to bridge past experiences with current content and practice to develop nursing knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Faculty members foster a spirit of inquiry by promoting personal reflection and incorporating the principles of evidence-based practice as students work to attain excellence in nursing practice. ORGANIZING CONCEPTS
Caring
The essence of nursing is caring, defined as an interpersonal relationship characterized by a view of the patient as a holistic being, by unconditional acceptance of the patient, and by respect and positive regard for the patient. The caring relationship has the purpose of improving the wellbeing of the patient through the nurse’s therapeutic use of self. Caring forms the basis for development of therapeutic relationships with patients and is integral to the science and art of nursing.
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Person-Centered Care Nurses develop therapeutic relationships that recognize the patient (individuals, families, communities, and population) as the source of control and partner in providing culturally competent, holistic, compassionate care grounded in respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Inherent in this therapeutic relationship is the concept of caring and interpersonal concern about another. Safety and Quality of Care
Nurses deliver care consistent with current professional knowledge that minimizes the risk of harm to patients and providers, increasing the likelihood of desired health outcomes.
Nursing Judgment
Nursing judgment incorporates the utilization of the nursing process to prioritize and delegate safe, quality nursing care. Clinical judgments and decisions are substantiated with evidence that builds on knowledge from the sciences, arts, and humanities; prior life and professional experiences; and applied thinking to promote the health of patients within a family and community context. Collaborative Care
Collaborative care is the nurse’s participation as an integral member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, which includes the patient, family, community, and population. For the team to function effectively, nurses foster open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision making to achieve the best patient outcome. Professional Identity Professional identity is a developmental process based on attributes, beliefs, values, motives, and experiences by which nurses integrate their roles as person-centered advocates upholding legal and ethical standards of practice. Evidence-Based Practice
Evidence-based practice originates as systematic inquiry that substantiates the best nursing practices to provide quality, safe patient care. Evidence-based practice requires continuous learning as the method for improving and updating nursing practice. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of the BSN the graduate will be able to:
1. Develop caring, therapeutic nursing relationships with individuals, families, communities and populations.
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2. Provide safe, quality, effective, culturally competent, person-centered nursing care for individuals across the life span in a variety of settings.
3. Participate in the continuous quality improvement of nursing care quality and safety 4. Use clinical judgment and leadership skills to manage, prioritize, and delegate collaborate
patient care in a variety of health care settings. 5. Effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals, families, communities,
populations, and interdisciplinary teams. 6. Demonstrate professional identity by incorporating established standards of practice
within the legal and ethical framework of nursing. 7. Apply current best evidence-based nursing concepts to achieve desired outcomes.
BSN PROGRAM COURSE SEQUENCE
COURSES LENGTH NSG 403 Nursing Theories and Models 1 month NSG 212 (or NSG 214) Health Assessment NSG 212A (or NSG 214A) Health Assessment Clinical
1 month 1 month (concurrent with NSG 212 or
NSG 214, respectively) NSG 422 Research 1 month NSG 304 Pharmacology in Nursing 1 month NSG 240 Foundations of Nursing NSG 240A Foundations of Nursing Clinical
2 months 2 months (concurrent with NSG 240)
NSG 245 Medical-Surgical Nursing I NSG 245A Medical-Surgical I Clinical
2 months 2 months (concurrent with NSG 245)
NSG 330 Medical-Surgical Nursing II NSG 330A Medical-Surgical II Clinical
2 months 2 months (concurrent with NSG 330)
NSG 333 Child-bearing Family Nursing NSG 333A Child-bearing Family Nursing Clinical
2 months 2 months (concurrent with NSG 333)
NSG 334 Pediatric Nursing NSG 334A Pediatric Nursing Clinical
2 months 2 months (concurrent with NSG 334)
NSG 335 Mental Health Nursing NSG 335A Mental Health Nursing Clinical
2 months 2 months (concurrent with NSG 335)
NSG 305 Pathopharmacology 1 month NSG 460 Community Health I NSG 460 Community Health I Clinical
1 month 1 month (concurrent with NSG 460)
NSG 462 Community Health II NSG 462A Community Health II Clinical
1 month 1 month (concurrent with NSG 462)
NSG 340 Leadership and Management in Nursing NSG 340 Leadership and Management in Nursing Clinical
1 month 1 month (concurrent with NSG 340)
NSG 440 Professional Issues 1 month *NSG 328 BSN Transition – Advanced Placement LVN/Military
1 month
See the National University General Catalog for a listing of all courses with pre-requisites and course descriptions. https://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/Catalog.html
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS See the National University General Catalog for Admission Requirements. https://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/Catalog.html CURRICULUM The curriculum is based on the philosophy and conceptual framework for the University and the BSN program and considers the recommendations presented in the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Standards for Accreditation of Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing Programs, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Professional Nursing Practice, and Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) Institute Pre-Licensure competencies. Theory and clinical practice are in the following areas: foundations, health assessment, gerontology, medical- surgical, child-bearing family, pediatric, psychosocial, community, and leadership.
FACULTY
All Department of Nursing faculty have doctoral and/or master’s degrees related to their field of nursing practice. In addition to being master educators and professional mentors for students and colleagues, they serve as facilitators, instructors, role models and resource persons in their area of expertise. Faculty is responsible for facilitating the learning process and evaluating students per the course objectives and the students’ performance of the learning activities for an outcome. Clinical instructors evaluate the student’s performance in the clinical setting.
The Department of Nursing Chair (Program Director) administers the BSN program. They are responsible for providing oversight of all nursing campuses and ensuring continuity and compliance with policies and procedures. They are assisted in this role by the Associate Directors of each campus who are responsible for scheduling courses and overseeing the contractual arrangements with the affiliated clinical sites. Together with the Department Course Leads and Campus Course Coordinators, they implement and interpret policies and procedures pertaining to the clinical learning component of the curriculum.
STUDENTS The BSN student will typically have other obligations and may face challenges while focusing on their educational studies. Our students are adults seeking educational opportunities that meet their own goals and build on their previous personal and professional experience.
Understanding the qualities necessary to pursue a BSN degree, it is expected that the students are self-directed and internally motivated. The students also present diverse learning styles, motivation, and experience. The BSN program is designed to encompass the learning strategies that meet the adult learners need to participate in defining needs, goals, activities, and evaluation of outcomes.
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PANDEMIC GUIDELINES Due to recent events, DON practices and policies may evolve to accommodate updated government guidelines and university protocol. Students will be updated by administration and faculty as changes occur. CLINICAL PREPARATION AND REQUIREMENTS
The BSN program requires students complete the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulated hours of clinical practice. In addition to actual clinical hours, the student will spend additional hours outside of class for clinical preparation and assignments. Prior to taking clinical courses, students must satisfy all prerequisites and submit required documents for instructor verification. Students must provide documentation of all clinical requirements.
These requirements include:
• Complete physical examination on file in the Department of Nursing • Personal health insurance • Malpractice insurance • Annual Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification • Training in universal precautions and Blood Borne Pathogens Training and Health
Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA requirements) • Annual PPD (or twice a year depending on the requirement of the hospital facility) or
chest x-ray if positive • Immunity status: Hepatitis B titer series, Rubeola, Rubella & Varicella • Background Check • Drug Screening
(Annual re-testing as appropriate) All students will be required to complete a criminal background check before starting their first clinical lab/practicum. Some agencies also require Livescan fingerprinting in addition to background checks. A positive criminal record will disqualify a student from continuing in the nursing program.
NOTE: Individuals who have a positive record of criminal activity (including expunged records) must fully disclose this information and may not be able to obtain clearance to practice in clinical facilities. Individuals who have been convicted of any crime, whether misdemeanor or felony, may have difficulty obtaining a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California, as well as other states. The definition of conviction includes a plea of no contest as well as pleas or verdicts of guilty. Students are strongly encouraged to review and inquire into their eligibility with the California Board of Registered Nursing prior to commencement of the programs, if they have a record of criminal activity.
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All questions regarding licensure should be directed to the California Board of Registered Nursing at (916) 322-3350 or https://rn.ca.gov.
Some agencies may require additional drug screening as a pre-requisite for admittance into a clinical practicum.
In addition, students may be required to provide additional documentation as required by specific agencies. Students must complete the clinical agency orientation before starting a clinical rotation. HEALTH CLEARANCE
During clinical and other rotations, students may meet or be assigned to care for patients with a variety of illnesses, including communicable diseases such as acquired immune deficiency syndrome and different types of hepatitis. Students receive instruction in caring for these types of patients throughout the nursing program. Prior to entering the program, a physical examination performed by a health care provider, i.e., physician or nurse practitioner is required. Immunizations and Tuberculosis (TB) screening must be kept current throughout the nursing program. It is the student’s responsibility to maintain currency with immunizations. Students may be asked at any time to provide proof of currency with immunizations. Students will not be able to enter clinical courses without proof of annual TB clearance. Seasonal flu shots are also required. PERSONAL HEALTH INSURANCE
Students are required to have personal health insurance and may be required to show proof at any time during the nursing program. The student’s name must be listed on the policy or the student must be able to show proof of coverage. MALPRACTICE INSURANCE This is an annual requirement. You must renew your malpractice insurance each year according to the date that it expires. It is crucial that there is no lapse in your malpractice insurance. Information may be obtained through the California Nursing Students Association (CNSA) as to where to purchase insurance. CPR (BASIC LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT) Maintenance of a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate/card from the American Heart Association, BLS-Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers plus AED is required throughout the program. HEALTH INSURANCE PORTABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT (HIPAA)
Patient confidentiality is taken very seriously in all clinical areas. Disclosure of patient information to any unauthorized individuals may be grounds for dismissal from the program and/or criminal action.
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BACKGROUND CHECK All students will be required to complete a criminal background check upon acceptance to the nursing program in order to attend clinical in a contracted facility. Please refer to Appendix B, California Board of Registered Nursing Statement on BACKGROUND CHECKS FOR STUDENT CLINICAL PLACEMENT and PAY ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1. All students are required to have a clear criminal background and drug screen prior to beginning the nursing program and throughout the entire program.
2. If a student’s background check changes such that his/her background check has been flagged as not clear, for any reason, the student will not be able to continue in the program.
3. In the event that the student feels that the background flag information is incorrect, it is the student’s sole responsibility to immediately follow-up with the agency administering the background check and to provide written proof to the Nursing Department via a clear background check result.
4. Student’s with a flagged background check (due to #3) will not be allowed to continue in courses with a clinical component until cleared. This will require the student to be placed on a re-entry space available wait list until the flag is removed.
DRUG SCREENING A positive drug screen may prevent the student from entering the nursing program. During the nursing program, a student with a positive drug screen that cannot be explained may not to be able to continue in the nursing program since clinical locations may deny attendance. See NU Drug and Alcohol Policy in the National University General Catalog. SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS If you have, or think you may have, a disability, please contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS) at [email protected] or (858) 521-3967 to arrange a confidential discussion regarding equitable access and reasonable accommodations. To receive any course-related adaptation, you must first be registered with SAS; registration information and steps can be found at https://www.nu.edu/studentservices/accessibility/. The SAS team will work with you confidentially and will not disclose disability-related information without permission.
MATH COMPETENCY
Math skills are necessary for safe patient care and for safe and effective medication and fluid administration. A medication math calculation examination will be administered at the beginning of each course with a clinical component. It is expected that students achieve 100% accuracy. A score of less than 100% will require the student to review the exam with the instructor and to seek appropriate assistance prior to the retest. Student shall receive three attempts to achieve 100%.
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SKILLS COMPETENCY
Students are required to learn, practice and maintain continued competence in selected psychomotor skills as they progress through the program. At the completion of the BSN program, students will have acquired a selected skill set that will enable safe transition and practice as a graduate nurse. It is each individual students’ responsibility to ensure that skills competency is maintained through continued practice in the Skills Laboratory, self-assessment, and identification of areas where further practice and/or remediation is necessary. Students are provided a large array of practice supplies and items to achieve this requirement.
TRANSPORTATION
Students must provide their own transportation to clinical agencies. Students are responsible for their own parking at all clinical agencies. Clinical sites are located throughout the regions surrounding the campus. Therefore, students need to plan to ensure they can reach these locations. Students are encouraged to carpool and have a plan for an alternate mode of transportation. Student assignments to the clinical/community facility cannot be made based on carpools. Students are required to have auto insurance and may be required to show proof at any time during the nursing program. The student’s name must be listed on the policy or the student must be able to show proof of coverage.
EQUIPMENT
Required clinical equipment includes bandage scissors, wrist watch with second hand, stethoscope, name badge, penlight, black writing pens, small note pad and calculator.
Students are required to have access to a computer with microphone, webcam and high speed internet connection. POLICY ON PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE
Students enrolled in the NU BSN program are expected to maintain an appearance that is consistent with the highest professional standards and that projects an image of cleanliness, competence, and professionalism.
Standards of dress for campus and classroom setting Business casual attire is required. Modest casual wear is appropriate on campus and in class. Shoes are considered standard apparel. Identification badges must be worn always while on campuses that require identification badges. The wearing of hats and hoodies are not permitted in the classroom. Should you require a hat or sunglasses for disability related needs please contact [email protected] right away to discuss this exception (hats and sunglasses are approved at times for accommodations as an auxiliary aid).
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Standards of dress for the clinical setting Below is the basic dress code for clinical settings; however, specific dress codes may vary with the clinical agency. Students should confirm appropriate dress code with their clinical instructor.
NOTE: Failure to comply with the dress code guidelines may result in a student being dismissed from the clinical setting and/or may include a warning of clinical deficiency.
Students are expected to wear the nursing program uniform with emblem, name/picture ID when representing National University, Department of Nursing.
The following are expectations for all students regarding professional appearance. These shall be adhered to in any clinical or non-clinical setting where the student is representing National University as part of their nursing coursework.
1. Students will be provided and fitted for four uniform pieces at the Program Orientation Session. Uniforms will have the NU patch sewn on the left sleeve. This is the ONLY acceptable attire for students to wear in the clinical setting, and they must be clean and unwrinkled. Please keep temperature in mind when choosing which uniform pieces, you would like since the clinical may be cool. It is recommended that one piece be a jacket. Layers of clothing (such as t-shirts, turtlenecks, underwear) worn under the uniform pieces should not be seen. The only exception to this policy is appropriate, modest clothing dictated/customary by specific clinical agencies of which the clinical teaching faculty will inform you.
2. Clean, all-white or all black, non-porous/non-permeable, closed toe shoes and all- white socks (must cover ankles) are to be worn. Clogs must have a strap around the heels. No sandals or flip-flops. No exposed, spring- heeled shoes.
3. A picture ID badge will be provided to students at the Program Orientation Session (on some campuses). This badge is to be clearly visible always when the student is engaging in clinical activity (including preparation) in all clinical agencies. Some facilities require both school and facility ID badges.
4. Makeup should be applied with moderation.
5. All tattoos must be completely covered at all times.
6. Artificial enhancement of any kind (polish, artificial components) to the fingernails is prohibited.
7. Body scenting (perfumes, splashes, lotions, colognes, etc.) of hair or skin is to be avoided. Scents often adversely affect ill patients.
8. One pair of stud earrings, an engagement/wedding band, and a watch may be worn. No other jewelry is permitted.
9. Hair must be kept clean, neat, confined (hair must not fall into the face or bodies of others) and of natural coloring. All students must maintain personal hygiene when attending clinical activities. You may be dismissed from a clinical experience if you lack professional, personal grooming (offensive body odors, unclean hair, unkempt uniforms,
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etc.).
10. During cold or inclement weather, over-jackets or raincoats may be worn to facilities but must be stored inconspicuously during clinical hours.
11. When students are scheduled for observations in sterile areas (i.e. operating rooms) the student will come to the clinical setting dressed in their uniform as for any other clinical experience. Student will then report to the sterile area and change into the required sterile attire (i.e. hospital scrubs, jumpsuit, surgical booties, bonnet, cover gowns etc.) as instructed by faculty or staff.
12. Students attending non-hospital based clinical experiences will wear a National University lab jacket and nametag, over professional, “business-like” clothes. No blue jeans, shorts, leggings, sports attire, or overly ornate clothing, hairstyles or makeup may be worn.
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES FOR MENTAL HEALTH NURSING CLINICAL EXPERIENCES Students attending mental health nursing clinical experiences will wear a National University nametag, over professional, business-like street clothes. No blue jeans, shorts, sports attire, or overly ornate clothing. Conservative hairstyle and makeup are recommended. CHANGES IN PERSONAL INFORMATION
It is the individual students’ responsibility to change database information, i.e., name, address, telephone number, etc. in SOAR in a timely manner. The Department of Nursing must also be notified in writing.
UNACCEPTABLE PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORS
Students must demonstrate accountability and responsibility for their own behaviors in the classroom and during clinical/field experiences. Students are expected to model the values of human dignity and integrity during all care rendered and in all professional relationships.
When a student’s behavior constitutes a disregard or indifference to the health, well-being or safety of a patient, client, family member, instructor, staff or peer, the student may be immediately dismissed from the class up to and including the nursing program and university. Examples of unprofessional behaviors include but are not limited to the following:
1. Violation of HIPAA and/or confidentiality of client confidentiality 2. Academic dishonesty as defined in the National University General Catalog and the
student Code of Conduct. 3. Assault, battery, or intent to harm another person. 4. Placing a client in physical or emotional jeopardy. 5. Disruption in the educational setting and/or the clinical/field setting. 6. Harassment or threatening behavior. 7. Emotional outbursts in the educational and/or clinical/field setting.
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8. Misrepresentation of ones’ clinical experience in the patient care setting 9. Disregard for the standards set forth by National University Department of Nursing.
STUDENT CONCERNS AND ISSUES National University, Department of Nursing faculty is committed to assisting all students to resolve concerns. It is expected that all nursing students will first follow appropriate communication channels (see Appendix). Students also have the right to contact the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) and/or the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN). Depending on the issue at hand, students should also consult the current National University General Catalog for information about how to resolve issues and grievances.
UNSAFE CLINICAL PRACTICE
A student who demonstrates clinically unsafe nursing practice that jeopardizes the patient’s or the patient’s family’s physical or emotional welfare may be dismissed at any time from the clinical area. Procedures for dismissal will be consistent with the National University General Catalog. Efforts will be made to involve the Office of Student Affairs or the Student Associability Services, where appropriate. Unsafe clinical practice is defined as any behavior identified by faculty to be or potentially detrimental to the patient or health care agency. Unsafe clinical practice includes: behaviors related to physical or mental health disabilities that cannot be reasonably accommodated; reasonable suspicion of the use of alcohol, drugs, or chemicals; lack of preparation for clinical; deficits in critical thinking/clinical judgment or problem-solving skills that prevent the student from safely conducting themselves in a clinical setting; any other behavior that places patient’, fellow students, faculty or staff in severe immediate danger . The faculty member will identify and document in writing the student’s unsafe clinical practice, advise the student regarding their performance and plan strategies for addressing the deficiencies. A student will be permitted to return to the clinical area following completion of the Clinical Learning Support Plan, which outlines the strategies for addressing the deficiency. Faculty and student will complete a Learning Support Plan. A copy of the Learning Support Plan will be forwarded to the student’s faculty advisor, Lead Faculty and Associate Director. Failure to comply with the Learning Support Plan will result in dismissal from the clinical site and nursing program. See Appendix. STUDENT HEALTH OR CLINICAL SAFETY INCIDENT
Students must report all incidents to his/her clinical instructor and the clinical agency immediately after the incident occurs. All required documentation is to be submitted per agency policy and medical treatment is the responsibility of the individual student.
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REPORTABLE PATIENT/CLIENT CLINICAL OCCURRENCE
Any situation during clinical/field work that results in, or has the potential to result in, a threat to the patient’s health and well-being such as death, injury, loss, abuse or maltreatment, neglect, contamination, medication error, or misappropriation of property must be reported immediately to the clinical instructor, the clinical Agency and to the Department of Nursing Lead Faculty. INCIDENT REPORT
Students incurring a physical injury or needle-stick injury during a clinical rotation must immediately (1) report the incident to the instructor and the appropriate personnel of the clinical facility, and (2) complete the appropriate paperwork for the incident/accident report. Incident Report Form link: https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?NationalUniv&layout_id=0
CLINICAL PROCEDURES All clinical procedures requiring penetration of human tissue may only be practiced in the simulation lab setting using human patient simulators or task masters. Students may not practice on each other any invasive procedure to include, but not limited to the following: nasogastric intubation, intravenous line placement, injections, Foley catheter insertion, tracheal suctioning, venipuncture, vaginal exams, digital prostatic exam, and others.
DEPARTMENT OF NURSING ACADEMIC POLICIES COURSE OUTLINE/SYLLABUS
There is a course syllabus and a course outline associated with each course. The course syllabus includes the University Catalog course description, expected outcomes, required text, methods of evaluation and grading criteria. The student is expected to access all course materials on the University’s on-line learning management system (i.e., Blackboard) and be familiar with the course content and student expectations. GUIDELINES FOR WRITTEN PAPERS
The Department of Nursing requires the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 7th edition, for all academic papers required in course work. Students can also access APA Style Central website at https://nu.libguides.com/citations/APA. APA format is the approved writing style.
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ACADEMIC AND CLINICAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS Any student who has demonstrated identifiable performance that is in need of specialized support will be placed on a Learning Support Plan (LSP). Those performance standards include:
• Grade standards • Clinical Performance Standards • Professional Dress Code Standards • Academic and Professional Integrity Standards
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT STANDARDS
Any student who has demonstrated identifiable behaviors or actions that reflect unprofessionally or disrespectfully on themselves, the university or the profession will be placed on a LSP. Those standards include:
• All Forms of communication including verbal or written • Interactions between student and Faculty, Clinical Staff, Support Staff or patients • Disruptions in Class or Clinical Class
ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE, CLINICAL PERFORMANCE AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT LEARNING SUPPORT PLAN (LSP)
Students at risk for academic or clinical failure (performance less than or equal to 76% in theory or unsatisfactory in clinical) shall be counseled. Any student who demonstrates downward trend in performance whether academic, clinical or professional conduct that jeopardizes their chances for success in the course or progression in the program, must meet immediately with the faculty member and a Learning Support Plan (see Appendix) will be implemented. The plan must be specific to the issue(s) identified and the student must be given enough time to enhance and/or improve their performance to a satisfactory level. A meeting with the student, instructor, Course Lead and Associate Director (if appropriate) should be arranged immediately to fully inform the student and outline the expectations, goals of the LSP, all possible plans of action necessary to support and remediate the student’s efforts towards passing. For violations of professional conduct, the student may be dismissed for the day and will be contacted after the situation has been investigated. Faculty, in collaboration with the student, shall complete each section of the LSP. All parties will sign the form. Failure to complete the LSP within the specified time frame or repeating of the same/similar behavior will result in failure of the course and/or ineligibility for readmission into the program. Guidelines for readmission are specified in the Matriculation Policy and occur on a space available basis. Students may be subject to new program requirements if reintegrated under a new NU General Catalog.
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ATI / KAPLAN POLICY All students in the BSN Program are required to enroll into a standardized testing program such as ATI or Kaplan. Both programs consist of critical thinking quizzes, learning styles, learning systems (quiz bank), content mastery practice and assessments, and focused reviews. Completion of the ATI or Kaplan assignments in relevant courses is required in order to earn the assigned points. Resources:
• ATI or Kaplan Textbooks • Access to the ATI or Kaplan Website with Practice Exams, Proctored Exams, Tutorials,
Focused Reviews, Performance Transcripts • Course Syllabi/Outlines
KAPLAN COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Kaplan Preparation Plan All pre-licensure students are required to participate in the Kaplan NCLEX Preparation Plan until they have pass NCLEX. Kaplan NCLEX preparation activities will be integrated throughout the nursing program. Students are expected to successfully complete all Integrated Exams, Kaplan Predictor Exams, Remediation, Course specific activities, and the Kaplan Review Course prior to graduation. Students may be required to remediate Kaplan Focused review tests and/or Integrated Tests. Proof of remediation is to be submitted to the course instructor prior to the Test/Exam due date. Students are required to take the assigned Focused Review Tests, Integrated Exams, and Predictor Exams within specific courses. The point assignments for Kaplan assignments and tests/exams are stated in the course syllabus. Kaplan Proctored Exams Kaplan Proctored Integrated Exam is considered an indicator of a students’ potential for success throughout a nursing program and performance on the NCLEX exam. Students must take the proctored exam at the allotted date and time determined by the course instructor. No additional time will be given to students that arrive late to complete the exam. Due to the compressed nature of the program, there will be no make ups for a missed exam. All students are required to complete remediation for incorrect answers according to the criteria detailed for Proctored Integrated Tests below. Students must submit the completed Remediation Template to course instructor prior to taking the Integrated Exam. Points will be allotted for completing the Remediation Template. Non-proctored Kaplan Focused Review Tests/Exams Students are required to complete two Kaplan Focused Reviews with a required benchmark score and upload submit those two Focused Reviews to the course instructor. All Students are required to complete remediation for incorrect answers according to the criteria detailed for Focused Review Tests below. Students must submit the completed Remediation Template to the course instructor prior to taking the Integrated Exams. Points will be allotted for completed Focused Review Assignments. Incomplete work may incur point deductions.
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ON CAMPUS EXAMINATION GUIDELINES
1. Students are expected to arrive 15 minutes early to class to ensure that the examination is started on time.
2. Out of respect for all students, faculty reserve the right to not allow students to enter the room once the exam is in progress. Students coming from the Accommodations office will be allowed to enter to ask questions.
3. Students may not leave the room once the exam has begun unless the need to leave is a disability-related emergency.
4. All personal belongings, including water bottles will be placed on the floor. 5. Students may not use cell phones or other electronic devices that are not provided by
faculty during exams. Personal electronic devices must be turned to “OFF”. Medical devices are exceptions.
6. Students will not be allowed to copy or to retain a copy of the exam. 7. Students may only use paper that is provided by the faculty during the exam. 8. Exam results/grades may not be available until the exam analysis has been reviewed and
completed. 9. If a student is granted permission to take an exam at a time other than the scheduled date
and time, a different form of the exam will be given. 10. Once the student has completed the exam, they are required to leave the room and they
may not congregate in the hallways. Students shall return once class resumes. 11. If the faculty suspects cheating, the student will receive a grade of zero for the exam and
may be subject to dismissal from the program without the possibility of readmission. 12. Nursing faculty shall follow the Student Discipline Policies and Procedures as outlined in
the National University General Catalog. ONLINE EXAMINATION GUIDELINES Student will be taking online exams from their home via Blackboard, Kaplan website, or another online platform. A Zoom or Blackboard Collaborate link will be provided to the student by the proctor via National University email at least 24 hours prior to the exam notifying the student of the date and time in which to log on for the course examination or assessment. As per the “Code of Honor Pledge” below, the student will be held to this honor system and will be expected to maintain academic integrity at all times. In order to sit for the course examination or assessment, the student must be in a quiet and undisturbed space in their home. No persons except the student will be present in the testing room while the student is taking the exam. The student may be monitored by a proctor who will view students from his/her computer camera. If a malfunction occurs with one of the students’ mandatory testing supplies (e.g. computer, camera, Internet, Blackboard, Zoom), the student will be responsible for contacting the professor immediately for further instructions on how to proceed. It is the students’ responsibility to have the professor’s contact information readily accessible prior to any testing activity. If a students’ testing environment becomes compromised (e.g. an additional person enters the testing space), it is the student’s responsibility to contact the professor immediately for further instructions on how to proceed. If the proctor notices a malfunction or compromise and is not notified within a reasonable amount of time by the affected student, the faculty may contact that student directly
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to notify them of the compromise or malfunction and determine the next course of action. Mandatory testing stipulations apply with the following additions:
1. No hats, caps, sunglasses, purses, wallets, bags, food, drinks, cups, jackets with long sleeves, plates will be allowed at you at-home testing station.
2. All computers must have functioning cameras and microphones on and functioning prior to the exam. Failure to adhere to this stipulation may result in a “no credit” grade for the exam. No exam make-ups will be allowed.
3. No smart devices, tablets, iPads, cellular devices or any similar item are allowed at the student testing site.
4. One piece of blank scratch paper with student name on it will be allowed during the exam or as directed by the proctor. Scratch paper should preferably be of computer type with nothing else present on the page. Proctor will view this paper prior to the exam/assessment via computer camera and student may be asked to submit the sheet to the campus via mail or drop off route after the exam is completed.
5. A hand-held calculator is allowed during testing. It must be basic with nothing taped to or any notes adhered to it. Proctor will view each calculator via computer camera prior to the exam. NO calculators associated with smart devices will be permitted except at the discretion of faculty/proctor.
6. Exams will be timed with no option to go back and view previous questions. 7. Different versions of the exam (same content, different questions) may be delivered
during testing. 8. Students will use the “chat” feature available on Blackboard Collaborate/Zoom or
alternate testing platform to ask questions of proctor during the exam as needed. A response will be provided to the student by that method or by alternate method as necessary.
Code of Honor Pledge: As a student of National University, I pledge that I will neither knowingly give nor receive any inappropriate assistance on this examination, thus affirming my own personal commitment to honor and integrity. This includes discussing the exam with students who have not yet taken it. I understand that if I am aware of cheating on this examination, I have an obligation to inform Professor (insert name) I also understand that Professor (insert name) will follow the National University Policies and Procedures if she detects acts of academic dishonesty. This is my Code of Honor Pledge. By reading this statement, I agree to its contents.
EXAMS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Students may be allowed to make up examinations or class assignments at the discretion of the assigned faculty in collaboration with the course lead. Students must arrange to complete any make-up work with the instructor in advance. Work must be completed prior to the final class session. A grade of incomplete may be issued if the student has attended two-thirds of the course and coursework is not completed by the final class session. Instructors, in collaboration with the course lead, may use their discretion when issuing an incomplete grade.
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ATTENDANCE AND TARDINESS
Students must comply with the attendance policy of the University (see NU General Catalog) and the Department of Nursing. Students are expected to attend all classes including orientation, simulation/skills, and other required meeting in the course. An absence is assessed each time a student does not attend a regularly scheduled class, whether it is an excused absence. Regular class attendance is a student obligation and the student is responsible for all the work including tests and written work of all class meetings. No right or privilege exists that permits a student to be absent from any given numbers or class meetings except instructor-excused absences (illness, family emergencies, jury duty, military duty, court order, bereavement as per employees at NU, and any NU student nurse’s organization authorized meetings). Students arriving late for an examination, quiz, or other activity will not be given extra time to complete the exam, quiz, or other activity. ABSENCE AND TARDINESS FROM THEORY CLASSES Students are expected to attend all class periods of a course. An absence is assessed each time a student does not attend a regularly scheduled class., whether it is an excused absence. Students who have more than two (2) unexcused absences who are still enrolled as of midnight, (PST) on the twenty-first (21st) day of the session will be issued a letter grade of “F” or “U” as appropriate for the grading criteria of the class. An absence may in very limited circumstances be excused by accommodation through the Student Accessibility Services office. In this case, students will be work with their professor to make up the class. Tardiness and early departures from classes accrue and have the potential to cumulatively affect absences.
ABSENCE, TARDINESS AND EARLY DEPARTURES FROM CLINICAL LABORATORY Students are expected to attend all class periods of a clinical course. An absence is assessed each time a student does not attend a regularly scheduled class. Tardiness and early departures from classes accrue to a cumulative effect of absence.
Arrival to clinical site anytime after the scheduled start time is considered tardiness.
Departure anytime prior to the scheduled departure time is considered early departure.
Two tardiness or two early departures, or a combination of the two will result in a clinical absence. Tardiness and early departure on the same clinical day will result in a clinical absence.
Tardiness and early departures are unprofessional behavior which will result in initiation of a Learning Support Plan (LSP).
Students who arrive late to clinical are required to stay on the clinical site and complete the rest of the clinical day in addition to clinical make up assignment.
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CLINICAL ATTENDANCE Students must complete all clinical course hours to meet California Board of Nursing regulations. The student must make-up ALL missed clinical hours.
1. The student is responsible for the following:
a. If the student is unable to attend for any reason, the clinical instructor must be notified at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time (email preferred) or as soon as it becomes evident.
b. The student is not able to progress to the next clinical course or co-requisite theory course until all make-up hours are completed.
c. Students cannot register for the next co-requisite theory course. The California Board of Nursing regulation stipulates that theory and clinical practice shall be concurrent.
2. Any second clinical absence will result in a grade of Unsatisfactory “U” for the course.
3. Should a second absence occur:
a. The faculty will notify the Course Lead and Campus Lead of the course and the Associate Director by email on the day of the occurrence.
b. The student will schedule an appointment with the Associate Director to review the policy and process for rescheduling the clinical and concurrent theory course and subsequent courses in the nursing course sequence.
4. The student is responsible to meet the policies of National University, the Department of Nursing, and the California Board of Nursing prescribed clinical and theory course requirements. Failure to meet these policies may result in dismissal from the nursing program. Tardiness and absences are also considered in the student clinical performance evaluation and may impede satisfactory completion of the course.
Students who have two (2) clinical absences will be issued a grade of Unsatisfactory, “U”. If it has been 21 days or less, the student has the option to withdraw from the course, per University policy. A student who, for any reason, misses more than one clinical day will be dropped from the entire course (both the theory and clinical) and must meet with the advisor to discuss options for retaking the course when space is available in another cohort.
MAKE UP CLINICAL Make up assignments will include but not limited to i-Human modules, written assignment, project, simulation, and/or clinical hours to be determined by the Course Lead in conjunction with the clinical instructor of the course. If the time required for make-up exceeds the time allowed on the last day of class, then the additional time will be completed by appropriate nursing care planning written materials, that the make-up clinical faculty member will be responsible for scheduling and grading as Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
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ATTENDANCE OF PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCES AND SYMPOSIA
Involvement in professional gatherings is an expectation of the professional registered nurse. SHHS, Department of Nursing is in support of students attending professional conferences and makes every effort to allow for such events. However, students cannot lose valuable learning experiences such as clinical experience, simulation activities, and class meetings in order to attend them. A student who plans to attend a professional conference that conflicts with a scheduled theory and/or clinical day may be eligible to be excused from the theory and/or clinical class if the student meet the following conditions:
1. The student is in good clinical and academic standing (current course grade average of 80% or higher).
2. Written plan is developed by instructor and student to meet course objectives missed during the absence. This will include plans for missed exams.
3. Upon return from the conference, the student must present to the class a course- appropriate content learned during the conference as directed by the instructor.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULING OF CLASSES/CLINICAL
All holidays that occur during the normal Monday through Friday university schedule will be honored per the university master calendar. Anytime the campus is closed, no classes will be held.
PROGRESSION AND REINTERGRATION
The pre-licensure nursing programs at National University are Cohort programs. Students who are unsuccessful in their first attempt at any of the nursing courses or who take a break from the course sequencing for any reason will be placed in subsequent cohorts on a space available basis; that is if, and when openings in the class are available. See Appendix for Reintegration Policy.
REPEATING A COURSE Any required nursing course for which a student receives a grade of less than a C must be repeated. Students may only repeat a nursing course one time during the entire nursing program. Failure in a theory course or a clinical course or both, counts as one course failure. The student will be allowed to repeat if they have not repeated any nursing course prior to this. The student will not be allowed to repeat if they have already repeated any nursing course prior.
Interim classes may be available, and the student must communicate with an academic advisor for a list of upcoming courses.
*Any student who is unsuccessful in fulfilling the above criteria will be disqualified from the Nursing Program and may not reapply to the program.
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PROCEDURES GOVERNING SUBSTANDARD ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
The Learning Support Plan (LSP) will be used by faculty to notify students who are not meeting performance standards in the classroom, nursing skills laboratory, or clinical facility. A student who receive a notification shall meet with the instructor issuing the Academic, Clinical, or Professional Conduct LSP for clarification of the deficit and to work with the faculty to develop a plan for improvement. The Lead Faculty will be notified by the instructor and a meeting with the student, instructor, Course Lead and Associate Director (if appropriate) should be arranged to fully inform the student and outline the expectations, goals of the LSP, all possible plans of action necessary to support and remediate the student’s efforts towards passing the course. If the student fails to meet the standards set forth in the Learning Support Plan, the following may result: 1) Course failure, 2) Immediate removal from a clinical laboratory or facility site, 3) Immediate removal from a theory course, and/or 4) Recommendation of dismissal from the program of study if the situation warrants. Students will receive a copy of the Learning Support Plan and an additional copy will be maintained in the student’s file in the Department of Nursing. Following the receipt of an unsatisfactory grade of C- or below (graded courses) or a U (a non-graded course) for any nursing course, the student will receive a notification of this unsatisfactory grade with a reminder that one more unsatisfactory grade of C-/U or below in any Nursing course will result in dismissal from the Program. The student is required to repeat and successfully pass courses where a score below 76% was recorded. The only appeal to dismissal for unsatisfactory grades, as defined, is if one of the unsatisfactory grades meets the grounds for a grade appeal. In that case, the student must follow the grade appeal process as noted in the Policies and Procedures section of the NU General Catalog.
GRADING
Grading criteria per the Department of Nursing standards are listed below: GRADES AND GRADING SYSTEM:
Please refer to the NU website for explanation of Grades and Grading Policy for Undergraduate. https://www.nu.edu/studentservices/academicpoliciesandp/definitionofgradesun/
DEFINITION OF GRADES:
A Outstanding Achievement: Significantly exceeds standards B Commendable Achievement: Exceeds standards C Acceptable Achievement: Meets standards D Unsatisfactory Achievement: Below standards F Failing I Incomplete: A grade given when a student has completed at least 2/3 of the course class
sessions and is unable to complete the course requirements due to uncontrollable and
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unforeseen circumstances. The student must convey (preferably in writing) these circumstances to the instructor prior to the final day of the course. If the instructor decides that an “Incomplete” is warranted, the instructor must convey the conditions for removal of the “Incomplete” to the student in writing. A copy must also be placed on file with the Office of the Registrar until the Incomplete is removed or the time limit for removal has passed.
W Withdrawal: Signifies that a student has withdrawn from a course after midnight of the ninth (9th) day of the session. A "Withdrawal" will not be allowed after midnight of the twenty‐first (21st) day of the session.
S Satisfactory U Unsatisfactory
A 95-100% B+ 87-89% C+ 78-79% D+ 67-69% F 0-59% A- 90-94% B 84-86% C 76-77% D 64-66% B- 80-83% C- 70-75% D- 60-63%
A “C” is required to pass all theory courses. A “S” is required to pass all clinical courses. Students who receive a grade less than a C (76%) or S are required to repeat the course. If students fail one concurrent course, student must repeat both concurrent courses. Please refer to NU General Catalog for Repetition of Courses.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS All assignments must be completed and submitted by the documented due date. An extension may be granted on a case-by-case basis and only for legitimate reasons that must be discussed with the instructor prior to the due date. Examples include illness or injury (dated medical certificate required or counsellor’s note required), unforeseen family circumstances (letter of explanation/proof required), military service (letter required). Additional information/documentation may be required. A student with undocumented exceptional circumstances may submit course work after the due date, however, the assignment will receive 10% grade reduction for each day that the assignment is late. This policy includes weekends and holidays and there will be no exceptions. Make-up provisions for Quizzes/Exams may be made at the instructor's discretion. *For those students on a current Learning Support Plan (LSP) with a pattern of late assignment submission, the LSP will be re-evaluated and the Academic Program Director will be consulted.
EVALUATIONS BY STUDENTS Clinical Site Evaluation: At the completion of each course, each student will be asked to complete a confidential Clinical Site Evaluation form for each course. Faculty/Clinical Faculty Evaluation: At the completion of each course, each student will be
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asked to complete a confidential Faculty Evaluation Form for each faculty member/course to which they have been assigned. Course and Instructor Evaluation: Student evaluations are conducted in accordance with university policies. Student course evaluations are conducted in classes representative of the nursing faculty's teaching assignment. The Department of Nursing use the results of these evaluations to maintain and revise theoretical and clinical content and clinical facility placements.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Integrity is of upmost importance in upholding the standards of professional and personal conduct. It includes being accountable for one’s own conduct as well as assuming responsibility for the professional behavior of one’s colleagues within the profession.
Assuming responsibility for the professional behavior of one’s colleagues means exemplifying integrity of oneself, encouraging colleagues to be honest and responsible and refusing to ignore or cover up breeches of integrity such as cheating, stealing, or falsifying records. The process of becoming a professional begins by integrating these core values into everyday life.
Professional standards are to be maintained. A student who demonstrates unprofessional behavior or behavior which indicates unsafe practice or improper classroom behavior (online and/or in person) may be denied progression or may be dismissed from the program. The Code of Ethics for Nurse is in Appendix.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PLAGIARISM Academic integrity, cheating and plagiarism is not expected to occur and is treated very seriously in accordance with the University guidelines. These violations can occur in the clinical setting as well as in the classroom. This includes all types of required written work and patient assessments and clinical plans of care. Most courses will utilize the University plagiarism detection feature.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
Expectation: Both the Department of Nursing and the University expect academic integrity in all projects, papers, examinations, and assignments. Definitions: Academic Integrity: The maintenance of academic integrity and quality education is the responsibility of each student at National University. Cheating or plagiarism is an offense that will result in a disciplinary action that may include suspension or dismissal from the program.
Academic dishonesty diminishes the quality of scholarship and defrauds those who depend upon the integrity of the educational system. Academic dishonesty includes:
Cheating: Intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any academic exercise.
• Students completing any examination should assume that external assistance (e.g. books,
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notes, calculators, and conversations with others) is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the instructor.
• Students may not allow others to conduct research or prepare work for them without advance authorization from the instructor.
• Substantial portions of the same academic work may not be submitted for credit in more than one course without authorization.
Fabrication: Intentionally falsification or invention of any information or citation in an academic exercise.
Facilitating Academic Dishonesty: Intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another commit an act of academic dishonesty.
Plagiarism: To steal or pass off the words or ideas of another as one’s own, or to use without crediting the source.
Any incident of violation of the Academic Integrity Policy may be handled by a faculty member or may be treated as a judicial action. Documentation of a violation and any resulting discipline may be placed in the student’s file. Cheating, plagiarism, fabrication and facilitating academic dishonesty will receive an “F” for that assignment plus permanent probation for all student(s) involved. National University students are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible manner that reflects ethics, honor, and good citizenship. They are also expected to be aware of University regulations and to abide by them. These policies and procedures are outlined in the NU General Catalog and are on the university website at https://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/Catalog.html which is free to all students.
For the full policies and procedures governing students, please refer to the National University General Catalog.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY
Academic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, and any attempt to obtain credit for academic work through fraudulent, deceptive, or dishonest means. Below is a list of some forms academic dishonesty may take.
• Using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any academic exercise.
• Submitting work previously submitted in another course without the consent of the instructor.
• Sitting for an examination by surrogate or acting as a surrogate. • Representing the words, ideas, or work of another as one’s own in any academic exercise. • Conducting any act that defrauds the academic process.
Plagiarism is the presentation of someone else’s ideas or work as one’s own. As such, plagiarism constitutes fraud or theft. Plagiarism or academic dishonesty in any form, regardless of intent, is a grave offense and will not be tolerated.
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If an instructor determines there is enough evidence of academic dishonesty on the part of a student, the instructor may exercise one or more of the following options:
• Require a timed writing sample to be written on the assigned topic to determine the veracity of the suspicion.
• Require that the work be rewritten. • Issue a lowered or failing grade for the assignment. • Issue a lowered or failing grade for the course. • Request formal disciplinary action by the Judicial Affairs Officer.
If a student’s assignment or course grade is lowered on the grounds of academic dishonesty, the instructor must inform the student that academic dishonesty figured into the calculation of the grade. The student may exercise his/her right to appeal the grade by requesting a review from the Disciplinary Appeals Committee, convened by the Judicial Affairs Officer (JAO). The student must submit an e-form electronically via the student portal within 45 days of the submission of the grade for the course. The student must attach clear, substantiating documentation that demonstrates grounds for appeal to the e-form. If the evidence meets the criteria, the JAO forwards the student’s e-form to the instructor. The JAO then refers all documentation to the Disciplinary Appeals Committee. Students are responsible for the work they submit and intent cannot be determined, so neither is grounds for appeal.
DISCIPLINARY APPEALS COMMITTEE A standing committee, the Disciplinary appeals Committee, consists of three or more faculty members that are charged with reviewing disciplinary action for failing to meet academic and professional standards of the program. The student may choose a faculty and the Dean of the College chooses a faculty and the third will be selected that is mutually acceptable to both the Dean and the student. None of the faculty chosen should have been involved in the discipline for which the appeal is made, unless unavoidable. The Disciplinary Appeals Committee considers the documentation presented, including any documentation a student may provide and may decide either to change or uphold the allegation. The Disciplinary Appeals Committee will render a final decision within thirty (30) days of receiving the e-form information from the JAO. This decision is then forwarded to the JAO who notifies all parties via e-mail. The decision of the Disciplinary Appeals Committee on these matters is final and cannot be appealed.
It is the instructor’s responsibility to report any reasonable suspicion of academic dishonesty to the Judicial Affairs Officer so that such behavior may be monitored, and repeat offenders identified. Notification may be made through one’s department chair. Upon request for disciplinary action or upon repeated offenses, the Judicial Affairs Officer will initiate hearing proceedings that may result in disciplinary action such as probation, suspension, or expulsion.
CIVILITY IN THE CLASSROOM
A CODE OF CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE
Freedom of speech and expression is valued not only throughout society but also, and particularly, in the academic setting. No more is this so than in the classroom. As a diverse
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community of learners, students must strive to work together in a setting of civility, tolerance, and respect for each other in an environment that does not distract from the mutual commitment to academic inquiry and reflection. To that end, the following code of classroom etiquette has been established.
• When participating in class dialogue, no one monopolizes discussions to the exclusion of others, either in terms of time or opinions expressed.
• Conflicting opinions among members of a class are respected and responded to in a professional manner.
• No side conversations or other distracting behaviors are engaged in during class discussions or presentations.
• No offensive comments, language, or gestures are part of the classroom environment. • Cell phones and other electronic devices (notebooks excepted) are placed in the “off”
mode during class time. • Children and pets (guide dogs excepted) are not brought to class.
Adherence to this code of etiquette will enable students to receive the most from their academic endeavors and should be a regular and voluntary compact among faculty and students. Any infraction of this code, however, that is deemed to be materially or substantially disruptive of the learning environment is cause for removal of a student from a class or for student disciplinary proceedings.
ONLINE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT Freedom of speech and expression is valued not only throughout the society but also, and particularly, in the academic setting. Equally valued is the respect given to university computer systems and information technology. To that end, students will adhere to the following online code of conduct:
• Access National University courses only for lawful purposes. • Respect the privacy of other members of the class and other students. • Respect the integrity of the University’s computer systems. • Respect the diversity of opinions among the instructor and members of the class and
respond to them in a courteous manner. Electronic communication consisting of all caps, large font, or bold print may be considered unprofessional and form of verbal abuse.
• Maintain an environment free of harassment, stalking, threats, abuse, insults, or humiliation to the instructor and members of the class. This includes but is not limited to demeaning written or oral comments of an ethnic, religious, sexist (or sexual orientation), or racist nature; and the unwanted sexual advances or intimidations by email, or on discussion boards and other postings in course shells.
• Abide by all rules and regulations published by the University and agree to be subject to disciplinary actions as described in the General Catalog.
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ONLINE CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE The following are expected best practices to enhance your online classroom experience. BEFORE CLASS
1. Be prepared and on time for your live session. This includes completing all offline 2. (asynchronous) coursework for that week by the deadlines given for the course and in
your CoursePoint class. 3. Ensure that your webcam and connection work before class starts. Do your tech
support before you start. Make sure you do a test run to check that your audio and video settings are both fully functional.
4. We want to see you. This is a mandatory requirement of the course! Plan to have your webcam on for the duration of the session. Turning off your webcam for short periods, such as a quick bathroom break, is permitted. If you need to turn off your webcam, please inform the faculty via a private chat explaining the reason. Stage your video area. Keep in mind that people do not just see you; they also see whatever the camera is pointed at behind you. Log into your online classroom with a distraction-free, quiet environment or use a virtual environment. Please make sure that you do this before the class so as not to distract the rest of your class.
5. Enter the room 10 minutes prior to the session. Log in ten minutes prior to start time to set up your webcam and headphones (if you are using them). You are required to mute your audio and video until the session starts.
6. Dress appropriately. Although you are not physically in the classroom, you are still attending class with other professionals.
7. Take care of your personal needs. Basic hygiene, eating, chewing gum, or talking to others in your home, etc., must be done before entering the Zoom classroom.
DURING CLASS
1. Use the video. Let your professor and classmates see you and confirm you are engaged.
2. Stay on mute. If you are not talking, mute your microphone. Background noise can be really distracting.
3. Consider using a headset. We recommend one with an external microphone for best hearing and speaking capabilities.
4. Participate. If you would like to speak or answer a question, just raise your hand. Then unmute yourself after you are called on by your professor.
5. Stay focused. While in the classroom, make sure to be seated upright in front of the 6. camera. Please do not lie down in bed, sofa, etc.
PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORS
The Department of Nursing faculty believes that students must demonstrate accountability and responsibility for their own actions and behaviors throughout the nursing program and, most importantly, when representing National University in the classroom, community, and/or clinical setting. As National University student nurses, they are expected to demonstrate ethical behavior and professional values and standards when rendering care and in situations where they represent the Department of Nursing program. Nursing students are expected to adhere to the National
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Student Nurses’ Association, Code of Professional Conduct, and Code of Academic and Clinical Conduct.
Professional conduct is an expectation for all National University nursing students. Students shall always represent himself/herself as a professional and representative of National University.
To ensure a safe and healthy learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty, a faculty member has the unquestioned authority to take immediate corrective action in the classroom and/or clinical facility. Any student whose conduct, classroom or clinical performance, or health is in question may be required to leave the classroom/clinical facility. In accordance with the nondiscrimination policy of the Department of Nursing regarding students and applicants with disabilities, the Department will endeavor to make reasonable modifications and otherwise reasonably accommodate students and applicants with disabilities. Any requests for accommodation will be considered through the University’s Student Accessibility Services and can be contacted at [email protected].
CLASSROOM CONDUCT GUIDELINES
The National University Faculty believes that classroom teaching has two goals: the provision of content pertinent to the discipline of nursing and the socialization of students into the professional role. National University is committed to providing the curriculum in an atmosphere conducive to student learning and in a manner that will prepare graduates to be successful in the workplace, therefore:
1. Classroom conduct is expected to demonstrate mutual respect toward faculty, students, and staff.
2. Students are expected to arrive on time and to stay for the entire class. Students arriving late are a major distraction to fellow students and the faculty. When guest speakers visit, the impression they have of our school, program, and its students are formed by the behavior that they observe in the classroom.
3. When emergencies occur and students must arrive late, or leave early, professional courtesy requires that the faculty teaching be notified.
4. It is expected that students will be ready to work and listen at the beginning of class and after breaks. Prompt, timely return to class following breaks is expected. Please respect the instructors’ break time and do not interrupt until class restarts. Professional behavior means that students do not have to be called to order repeatedly.
5. All cellular phones and pagers must be turned off or set on the vibrate mode during class time. No audiotaping, videotaping, or digital photography is allowed in the classroom, outside of audio recorders for accommodations.
6. Students arriving late for quizzes, exams, or presentations will not be given extra time. Doors will be locked at the start of presentations and you will not be admitted until the team presentation is completed.
7. Questions and comments directed to the entire group and presented in a collegial, professional manner are encouraged. If there are comments pertinent to the topic of discussion, they should be shared with the entire class. An undercurrent of side conversations or non-class related activities are disturbing to the learning atmosphere. All
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offenders will be asked to leave class and will be marked absent. 8. Permission to eat and drink during class may be granted at the discretion of the course
faculty. No chewing gum or sunflower seeds will be permitted in class. 9. Prior to the start of all quizzes and exams, all personal belongings, drinks, etc. will be
removed to the side of the classroom. Only the test papers and 1-2 writing utensils will be allowed on or near the desk. If testing on computer, nothing will be allowed at the desk.
10. Be sure to learn the vocabulary. Students whose primary language is other than English may use translators or dictionaries for classroom activities only with prior permission. These will not be permitted during testing.
11. Any suspicion of plagiarism, cheating or unprofessional conduct on required assignments or during exams will not be tolerated. The student may be asked to do the assignment over or may fail that assignment. With exams, the student(s) will not be allowed to finish the exam and will receive a score of zero for that exam. There is the possibility of further consequences in any of these instances.
Failure to observe and adhere to these expectations will result in a notice to student through a Learning Support Plan, or by notice of the Office of Student Affairs. Depending on the severity and/or frequency of the failure(s), the student may be dismissed from the program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following are the MINIMUM mental and physical qualifications for admission of applicants to a professional nursing program: All students must demonstrate and maintain their ability to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations throughout their coursework and clinical placements:
• Frequently work in a standing position and do frequent walking. • Lift and transfer patients up to 6 inches from a stooped position, then push or pull the
weight up to 3 feet. • Lift and transfer patients from a stooped to an upright position to accomplish bed-to-chair
and chair-to-bed transfers. • Physically apply up to 10 pounds of pressure to bleeding sites or during CPR. • Respond and react immediately to auditory instructions/requests, monitor
equipment/alarms, and perform auditory auscultation without auditory impediments. • Physically perform a twelve-hour clinical laboratory experience. • Perform close and distance visual activities (may use glasses) involving objects, persons,
and paperwork, as well as discriminate depth and color perception. • Discriminate between sharp/dull and hot/cold when using hands. • Perform mathematical calculations for medication preparation and administration. • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar,
vocabulary, and wording. • Make appropriate and timely decisions under stressful situations.
All students of the Department of Nursing are required to meet these qualifications and to abide by the rules and policies of clinical placement facilities. Additionally, students must successfully complete other course requirements in the Nursing program. Individuals applying for admission to the Department of Nursing should consider their eligibility in light of these qualifications and restrictions and assess their ability to meet the physical and mental qualifications required in
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nursing. In carrying out the nondiscrimination policy of the Department of Nursing with regard to students and applicants with disabilities, the Department will endeavor to make reasonable modifications and otherwise reasonably accommodate students and applicants with disabilities. Students with disabilities should consider their ability to meet the above qualifications with reasonable accommodation. Any requests for accommodation will be considered through the University's Student Accessibility Service office ([email protected] or 858-521-3967) as described in the University Catalog. Students with medical conditions, physical and/or mental, maybe asked to provide a physician note to enter or return to the Program. NURSING SKILLS AND SIMULATION LABORATORIES The nursing skills and simulation laboratories provide nursing students with an additional learning resource to meet their educational goals. The lab is equipped with high and low fidelity simulators. The lab provides students with a realistic, simulated clinical environment to practice and demonstrate competency of selected nursing skills. Open lab times are posted. Please keep in mind that the following guidelines should be followed during your attendance in the nursing skills open lab:
• No eating or drinking in the labs. • No children allowed in the labs. • Please turn your cell phone off or put on vibrate before entering the labs. • PLEASE clean up after yourself. • Wipe up any spills on the floor. • Keep all beds in appropriate positions with linens straightened before leaving. • Students are required to return clean equipment to its proper place after use. • All simulated practice needles are to be disposed in sharps containers. • Needles and syringes are not to be discarded in trash containers. • If you are accidently stuck with a non-sterile needle or your skin meets contaminated
material, you must immediately go to the supervising faculty on campus. • Lab resource books, movies and supplies MUST NOT leave the lab. • Please return all media to proper storage areas or to lab personnel after use. • If equipment is needed, please e-mail [email protected] at least by 0900 the day before
open lab. • Students will be responsible for maintaining their lab supplies. • Report any incidents or malfunctions of any equipment to the supervising faculty on
campus. • Do not move mannequins. If a mannequin needs to be moved contact supervising faculty
on campus.. • Students are responsible for any personal belongings. • If a latex or betadine allergy exists or is suspected, please notify your clinical instructor
or supervising faculty.
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STUDENT UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF SUBSTANCES (LEGAL OR ILLEGAL)
Please refer to the Drug and Alcohol Policy in the National University General Catalog. The Department of Nursing follows the guidelines established by the Board of Registered Nursing related to Impaired Nursing Students (see Appendix).
Optimal health is an important factor in safely achieving academic and clinical performance requirements. Impaired health status, which includes physical problems, mental/emotional problems, and drug and alcohol use/abuse, may affect academic and clinical performance.
Substances which may impair student performance include legal drugs (prescription and over-the-counter), illegal drugs, alcohol, and other chemicals. The potential risk to self and others is unacceptable. Therefore, the policies stated below will be implemented as necessary. Confidentiality will be strictly maintained.
POLICY
A student who, in the opinion of the instructor, is exhibiting impaired behaviors will be removed from any classroom or clinical setting. It is in violation of the law, and of university policy to obtain, possess, prescribe, administer to self or to another person any controlled substance or patient medications not prescribed by a physician. See NU Drug and Alcohol Policy in the NU General Catalog.
ASSESSMENT
The student shall be removed from the classroom or clinical setting when the student’s behaviors and performance pose a danger to the safety and well-being of self or others. These behaviors may include:
• Physical impairment unrelated to documented accommodation • Mental or emotional impairment unrelated to documented accommodation • Impaired judgment and/or disruptive actions • Inconsistent behavior patterns
PROCEDURE
When a student, in the instructor’s opinion, is exhibiting any of the above behaviors, the following actions will be taken:
• The student shall be excluded from the classroom. • The instructor shall immediately report the incident to the Department of Nursing Chair
(Program Director). • The student shall immediately report to the campus Associate Director, Department of
Nursing for investigation pursuant to university regulations. • The student shall be referred for further professional assessment. The student shall be
given a referral form indicating the impaired behaviors which led to the classroom exclusion. A health care professional must sign this form, indicating clearance, and
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returned to the instructor before the student may be readmitted to the nursing classroom. • Someone shall perform the professional assessment other than a member of the National
University faculty. • The instructor shall call the student’s emergency contact person for transport from the
campus.
DISMISSAL FROM THE PROGRAM AS A STUDENT UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF SUBSTANCES
If the student is reasonably believed to be under the influence of substances, as described above, presenting a danger to self or others, and refuses to submit to further professional assessment, the student may be disciplined and/or dismissed from the Nursing Program. The student may also be subject to suspension or expulsion from other university programs in accordance with the university rules and regulations. If the student submits to further professional assessment and is found to be impaired, and therefore a danger to self or others, the student will not be able to continue in the Nursing Program and required to provide proof of having received professional treatment prior to re-entry. Readmission to the Program after Dismissal for Under the Influence of Substances After a minimum period of six months from the time of dismissal, but within a one-year period lapse, the student may petition for readmission to the Nursing Program. The requirements for readmission are:
1. The student shall submit a petition to the Chair of the Department of Nursing (Program Director).
2. The student shall provide proof of active participation in a recognized treatment program on a regular basis and evidence of rehabilitation and/or recovery at the time of petition for re-entry.
3. The student will be required to participate in on-going rehabilitation and treatment, if appropriate, as a condition of readmission.
4. If admitted to the Nursing Program and required to participate in on-going rehabilitation treatment, the student shall provide evidence of such continued rehabilitation treatment on a schedule as determined by the Chair (Program Director), Department of Nursing.
5. Failure to submit evidence of on-going rehabilitation treatment will result in permanent dismissal from the Nursing Program.
6. Readmission is on a space-available basis. 7. A second documented incident of impaired behavior will result in permanent dismissal
from the Nursing Program.
STUDENT RIGHTS TO PROGRAM RECORDS The University Registrar’s Office maintains all transcripts and grades. Official and/or unofficial transcripts can be requested from this office.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 allow current and former students to inspect and review unrestricted official records, files, and data directly related to them. (refer to General Catalog)
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The statues consider certain materials as outside the definition of “educational records” and thus, not open to inspection. The statute also specifies who may have access to the student’s record or information therein:
• Current or former students who want to review their records shall provide, in writing, permission to allow access to restricted portions of their records.
• Program departments will give students an opportunity to review their files.
• Students have the right to correct any inaccurate or misleading entries or to insert a written explanation clarifying the contents of the student record. Student records contain information on the student’s progress, evaluations, test results, and grades, which become a permanent part of the student’s file. Grades are added to the student’s file at the end of each course. Students may request, in writing, copies of their permanent record excluding third party documentation.
GRIEVANCE POLICY
See University and Department of Nursing Grievance Procedure in the NU General Catalog. https://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/Catalog.html STUDENT GRIEVANCES
Student Grievance Procedures at National University are intended to provide a formal, standardized means for students to seek resolution to issues concerning actions of the faculty, administrators, or staff of the University. Further, the purpose is to establish standardized procedures and safeguards which shall be followed by the University in the adjudication of grievances. Grievances are unauthorized or unjustified action which adversely affects the status, rights, or privileges of the student. This process is not designed to replace the open communication and understanding that are vital to the academic process. See the NU General Catalog. https://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/Catalog.html
GRADE APPEALS – See National University General Catalog Faculty members are vested with the authority to establish course requirements and standards of performance. It is the responsibility of faculty to articulate and communicate course requirements and standards of performance to students at the beginning of each course and apply all grading criteria uniformly and in a timely manner. Final grades submitted by faculty to the Office of the Registrar are presumed to be accurate and final. A student, who has questions about a grade received in a course, should seek to resolve the issue by first consulting with the instructor. If the issue has not been resolved after consultation, and the student believes there are grounds for appealing the grade, the student may invoke the grade-appeal procedure outlined below.
Grounds for a Grade Appeal: Students may appeal a grade only when they can document that one or a combination of the following has occurred:
• An error in calculating the grade • Failure of the instructor to notify students clearly and promptly of the criteria for grade
determination
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• Assignment of a grade based on reasons other than the announced criteria and standards, in the event that verbally announced criteria cannot be verified, the course syllabus will take precedence.
• Assignment of a grade based on factors other than student achievement, e.g., personal bias
• Inconsistent or inequitably applied standards for evaluation of student academic performance.
• If the student believes that the grade received is based upon unlawful discrimination, or sexual harassment, as defined in these policies and procedures, the student should proceed with the process under “Complaints Relating to Discrimination and Sexual Harassment.”
THE APPEALS PROCESS
When students believe that they have grounds for appealing a grade issued by an instructor because of an occurrence of one or more of the above-mentioned circumstances, the following procedures must be followed:
• The student must submit an e-form electronically via the student portal to the College dean within 45 days of the submission of the grade for the course.
• The student must attach to the e-form clear substantiating documentation that demonstrates the occurrence of one or more of the above-listed grounds for appeal.
• Documentation may be in the form of e-mail correspondence, graded assignments, proof of timely submission, etc.
• The student must also attach documentary evidence of the level of achievement in support of the grade that the student believes he/she should have been awarded.
• If the evidence meets the criteria, the College dean forwards the student’s e-form to the instructor for a response, which the instructor must provide within fifteen (15) days.
• The dean then refers all documentation to the grade appeals committee.
GRADE APPEALS COMMITTEE
A standing committee within each College in San Diego, the Grade Appeals Committee consists of three or more faculty members (full-time or associate) appointed by the appropriate College Dean. The Grade Appeals Committee considers the documentation and may decide either to change or uphold the grade.
The Grade Appeals Committee will render a decision within thirty (30) days of receiving the grade appeal e-form information from the College Dean. The Office of the College Dean will notify all the following: the student, the instructor, and the Office of the Registrar.
If the student appeal is upheld by the appeals committee and the student is granted reinstatement into the program, the student will re-enter the program in the next available open position as determined by the campus Associate Director.
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NATIONAL COUNCIL OF STATE BOARDS OF NURSING EXAMINATION (NCLEX) Students seeking a license as a Registered Nurse must apply to a State Board of Nursing for such a license. It is the student’s responsibility to keep current on the laws pertaining to the practice of registered nursing, as these laws are subject to change. Eligibility to apply and take NCLEX in California requires completion of all degree requirements. During the last course in the program, students shall receive specific information regarding the application process and procedure. Students should be aware that failure to complete the remaining course work required for the baccalaureate degree in nursing may jeopardize their ability to practice as a Registered Nurse in any state that requires a nursing degree or diploma for licensure. Students who have a previous conviction for a felony as well as some misdemeanors may not be eligible to sit for the NCLEX even if they have earned a BSN degree. Students should also be aware that the BRN requires background testing to sit for the licensure exam. This is in addition to the background check which is required upon entrance to the nursing program. STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES
Student Participation in Department of Nursing Committees
Student representation is welcomed in the Department of Nursing. Selection of students for various department committees shall be done on a volunteer basis depending on student interest. The request for student representation is announced for the various class cohorts by the National University Student Nurses Association (NUSNA).
National University Student Nurses Association
Nursing students are encouraged to become involved in the NUSNA chapter of California Nursing Student Association (CNSA) and the National Student Nursing Association (NSNA). Nursing students can be involved in activities at the University, State, and National levels. Membership activities include community health activities, recruitment of students into the nursing program, legislative activities, conventions, educational programs, and newsletters. Meetings, events, and opportunities for students are announced through NUSNA's communication outlets (I.e. nusnasd.org, Facebook, etc.). Outgoing student directors are recognized during the Pinning Ceremony.
Nurses Honor Society – Sigma Theta Tau Omega Omega Chapter
Select students will be invited to apply for membership to the Omega-Omega Chapter of Sigma International Nursing Honor Society. Qualifications may be found at the www.sigmanursing.org website. Further information will be provided to students who have completed at least fifty percent of the required coursework.
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Planetree Student Committee National University’s former School of Health and Human Services (now College of Professional Studies) is the first academic institution in the world to be recognized by Planetree International with person-centered care imbued in our curriculum and practices. Planetree is working to promote person-centered care as a model for improving patient care and health services in the world. The Planetree Student Committee is formed by students and is the first in the world. The committee leads the nursing student body in fostering the mission of Planetree International through service and scholarship.
Pinning and Recognition Ceremony
The Pinning and Recognition Ceremony is held to recognize the graduating nursing students. Awards are presented to graduating students during the ceremony in the categories of clinical excellence and academic performance. Student volunteers chosen by their cohort are members of the Planning Committee. The academic excellence award is given to the student in each cohort who earned the highest GPA in their class throughout the nursing program. The clinical excellence award goes to the student, in each cohort, who demonstrates extraordinary patient care throughout their experience in the nursing program.
Pinning Ceremony is subject to cancelation by NU Administration.
Student Resources: • NU Student Services Link:
https://www.nu.edu/studentservices/ • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255, press 1 for veterans and 2 for
nonveterans which will route the caller to a local crisis line person familiar with local resources.
• Library research assistance: Personalized research consultation: http://nu.libguides.com/consultation
• National University Library Resource for APA-style writing: http://apastylecentral.apa.org.nuls.idm.oclc.org/
• NU Library URL: www.nu.edu/library Contact the Library: [email protected] (858) 541-7900 (direct line)
• Technology resources: o Campus Computer Lab o Student Web Portal to access class schedules, grades, and academic and
financial aid information o E-mail, internet, e-conferencing, and other multimedia tools incorporated
into NU’s on- campus and online courses. • Nursing Tutoring Service for individual tutoring for students in all BSN disciplines. Contact
[email protected]. • Open skill labs- Open lab are posted at each campus and email are sent out about Open Lab
schedules. Tutorial or skills practice, remedial activities are referred during open lab. Student
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can attend or schedule time to meet with RN tutors or faculty on site or online. • Faculty advisor- all incoming nursing students will be assigned a nursing faculty advisor
(FA) who will reach out to them and student can also reach out to the FA at any time during the program.
• National University Student Nurses Association (NUSNA) o Peer mentoring system o For info on other resources and support, refer to:
http://www.nusnasd.org/benefits-of-nusna.html • ATI / Kaplan references and resources for NCLEX Prep or Kaplan Resources • Townhall meeting for undergraduate as means of communication with the Chair/Director and
Associate Director For information, contact the Nursing Department Office in your campus. Campus Main Line: Los Angeles Campus: (310) 662-2000 Rancho Bernardo Campus: (858) 521-3900 Fresno Campus: (559) 256-4900
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Department Contacts College of Professional Studies Interim Dean: Dr. John Cicero at [email protected]
Department of Nursing Chair and Director: Dr. Hope Farquharson at [email protected]
Associate Directors of Nursing Rancho Bernardo Campus: Dr. Tina Ho: [email protected] Los Angeles Campus: Dr. Beverly Brownell: [email protected] Fresno Campus: Dr. Mariamma Mathai: [email protected]
Planetree
National University has partnership with Planetree to infuse curriculum with patient- centered health care principles; Planetree's approaches are considered the gold standard among organizations worldwide. For information, see NU website at https://www.nu.edu/News/National-University-Partners-with-Planetree.html
Accreditation
The NU Department of Nursing Programs are accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and are approved by the California State Board of Nursing (CA-BRN)
Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
National University is regionally accredited by the Western Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) until 2021.
Senior Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and University Commission (WASC) 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100 Alameda, CA 94501 California State Board of Nursing CA
The National University Department of Nursing was granted initial approval by California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) in 2004 and has had ongoing approval since that time.
Board of Registered Nursing 1747 North Market Boulevard, Suite 150 Sacramento, CA 95834 https://rn.ca.gov
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the following accreditation
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commission (term 2010-2021): American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the following accreditation commission (term 2010-2021): American Association of Colleges of Nursing 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750 Washington, DC 20001 P: (202) 887-6791 F: (202) 887-8476
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Appendix
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Student Handbook and General Catalog Review Form
I, , acknowledge that I have received a copy of the National University Department of Nursing Student Handbook and the current NU General Catalog, and that I am responsible for reviewing and complying with the policies and procedures listed in both documents.
Print Name
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Procedure Governing Problems with Progress in the Program COMMUNICATION PROCESS
When a student is having a problem with the Nursing Program or a student who is notified that he/she is not meeting the standards of the Nursing Program in either the classroom, nursing skills laboratory, or clinical facility, the student should meet first with the Course Coordinator or (if the deficit is in clinical practice) with the Course Coordinator and the Clinical Nursing Faculty. The student should seek clarification of the deficit and work with the faculty to construct a plan for improvement. This process is represented below. At any time, the student may also consult the current National University Catalog for University-level problem solving procedures.
Yes- No further action
No-
Begin formal process for
Program related problems as outlined in the University
Catalog.
Discuss problem with faculty within 3 days
Resolution?
Yes- No further action
No- Student and faculty (clinical
and/or course coordinator) meet with Chair (program director),
Department of Nursing Minutes taken. Note:
Information is confidential
Resolution?
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Code of Ethics for Nurses
(American Nurses Association) 1. The nurse, in all professional relationships, practices with compassion and respect for the
inherent dignity, worth and uniqueness of every individual, unrestricted by considerations of social or economic status, personal attributes, or the nature of health problems.
2. The nurse's primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or community.
3. The nurse promotes, advocates for and strives to protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient.
4. The nurse is responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimum patient care.
5. The nurse owes the same duties to self as others, including the responsibility to preserve integrity and safety, to maintain competence and to continue personal and professional growth.
6. The nurse participates in establishing, maintaining, and improving healthcare environments and conditions of employment conducive to the provision of quality healthcare and consistent with the values of the profession through individual and collective action.
7. The nurse participates in the advancement of the profession through contributions to practice, education, administration, and knowledge development.
8. The nurse collaborates with other health professionals and the public in promoting community, national, and international efforts to meet health needs.
9. The profession of nursing, as represented by associations and their members, is responsible for articulating nursing values, for maintaining the integrity of the profession and its practice and for shaping social policy.
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TESTING GUIDELINES - SAS
To ensure the strictest security when giving exams the following guidelines are now required in accordance with Department policy and University Guidelines
• For campuses where there is more than one section all exams will be done on the same day and time. Each exam will have two proctors at all time. Instructors and Associate Directors will work together to schedule days and times to ensure this requirement is met.
• During all exams whether they are department driven from the course, ATI proctored exams or Kaplan proctored exam, the following classroom decorum must be mandated.
• No Mobile phones, tablets, iPad, or other non-university device may be present during any
exam. Students may leave all items in their car or check them in with the instructor and retrieve them after the exam. Any student found with such a device will be expelled from the exam and receive a failing grade for that exam.
• For campuses with one section the same rules apply.
• Exams that require scrap or computation paper must be color-coded for the day, students
are to sign their scrap paper and must hand it in at the end of the exam. Failure to do could result also in a failing grade for that exam.
• Any exam where cheating is suspected will result in a full investigation by the office of
Judicial Affairs and can lead to several options 1) expulsion from the university 2) expulsion from the program and a one-year probation where you must re-apply for admission 3) failure of the course and mandating a re-take of the course.
• At the end of any testing period whether University level, ATI, Kaplan, or graduate level
exams all computers must be logged off and shut down.
• To assist further with exam taking we are including exam taking guidelines for the university as well as exam taking guidelines offered to students who fall under the office of Student Accommodation Services. Guidelines are subject to change.
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TESTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR ONSITE TEST ACCOMMODATIONS
Introduction
National University offers test accommodation services for students with disabilities who are eligible and registered with the office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS). For questions about registering with Student Accessibility Services (SAS), contact [email protected] or (858) 521- 3967. For additional information, visit www.nu.edu/sas
For students registered with Student Accessibility Services, students are required to read and abide by the policies presented in this document to use any approved testing accommodations. Contact Student Accessibility Services at [email protected] for any questions or concerns about the content of this document. Requesting Additional Accommodations Should a student request any additional testing accommodations that are not already approved on their Accommodation Letter, students are required to make an appointment with an Accessibility Coordinator at [email protected] to discuss their requests. Additional requests are not guaranteed nor can they be retroactively applied to exams.
Test Accommodation Orientation Policy
At least two weeks prior to the first exam in which students seek test accommodations, students are required complete a Test Accommodation Orientation. In order to complete the orientation, students are required to review the Test Accommodation Orientation document and submit the Mandatory Test Accommodation Checklist online form to Student Accessibility Services. These documents are located online at http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/StudentServices/accessibility/AccessibilityForms.html.
Should students have any questions about testing policies and procedures or about the orientation, they may request an appointment using the online scheduling tool at (http://www.meetme.so/nutesting) or by e-mailing [email protected] with at least three appointment requests. Test Accommodation Policies for National University Courses (Onsite Exams)
Students are required to complete the following in order to receive their test accommodations for onsite exams in their NU course: 1. Provide a Copy of Accommodation Letter to Professor of Record
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This step is required for each course you wish to use your approved test accommodations. Timely notice is crucial to provide accommodations. We highly encourage students to provide a copy of your letter preferably 1 week before your course starts.
2. Complete an Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form Students are responsible for filling out the information in the request form. The form is required for each course in which you request to use your approved onsite accommodations and is located at http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/StudentServices/accessibility/AccessibilityForms.ht ml.
a. Get Professor Approval Option A: A student may present a hard copy of the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form to the professor for a wet signature. Then, the student will submit the professor-signed form via e-mail to [email protected] or fax to 858- 521-3996.
Option B: E-mail the completed Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form as an attachment to your professor. The professor will then submit the signed Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form electronically to Student Accessibility Services at [email protected]. Students are responsible for following up with their professor should they choose this option and not receive a confirmation from SAS that the form has been received.
3. Submit your Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form to SAS
A complete Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form with professor approval is required to be submitted to [email protected] at least five business days prior to each exam.
4. Inform/Remind Professor to Change Test Time for Electronic Exams in Blackboard If quiz or exam is in Blackboard, students are responsible for informing their professor of record to change the test time in Blackboard to reflect the approved extended test time.
SAS will arrange a proctor and a room for testing based on the approved Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form. Once a proctor and a room have been arranged, students and the professor of record will receive an email confirmation from SAS with the scheduled test accommodation time. Students are encouraged to email SAS at least 1 week prior to their exam to check and confirm if test accommodations have been arranged. Students are responsible for reminding their professor of record to change the extended test time in Blackboard and for making the exam viewable at the scheduled start time. Test Accommodation Policies for National University Courses (Online Exams)
Students are required to meet the following in order to receive their test accommodations for online exams in their NU course: Test Accommodations for Electronic Exams in Blackboard (Bb)
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Additional test time is NOT automatic. Students are responsible for informing and reminding their professor of record to change their test time for each exam/quiz to reflect the approved time extension. Students are also responsible for referring the professor of record to National University’s Center of Innovation and Learning (CIL) Online Faculty Concierge at 1-877-533- 4733 Option 2 to serve as a resource in assisting with the adding the extended testing time. Students must follow each step below:
1. Provide a copy of your Accommodation Letter to your professor of record right away with timely notice (preferably 1 week before the course starts)
2. Inform/remind your professor that he/she will need to change the test time prior to each quiz/exam in Blackboard to reflect your approved extended test time with timely notice
3. Refer your professor to CIL Online Faculty Concierge at 1-877-533-4733 Option 2 to serve as a resource in assisting with the adding the extended testing time.
4. If needed, request the Blackboard Job Aid document from [email protected] to provide to your professor of record. The Blackboard job aid provides step-by-step instructions on how to adjust your test time in Blackboard.
5. If you notice any discrepancies regarding your extended test time, (i.e. if the extended time has not been applied) contact your professor immediately and copy [email protected] on any email communication.
Test Accommodations for Electronic Exams in Supplemental Websites (other than Bb) Contact the Academic Accommodations Coordinator with timely notice regarding applying the approved test accommodations at [email protected]. A minimum of five (5) business days is required. ATI and Kaplan Exams (nursing program only) Students must inform SAS and request to use their test accommodations at least five business days prior to the exam in order for the extended test time to be applied to their ATI or Kaplan exams. If taking the ATI or Kaplan exam on campus, the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form is required. Students must confirm their ATI or Kaplan account username with SAS at [email protected] five (5) business days prior to exam in order to apply the approved extended test time. Once the extended test time is added, the extended test time is automatically applied for all future exams. Testing Policies and Procedures for Onsite Test Accommodations Timely Notice Policy Timely notice is required in order to arrange a proctor and a separate room for test accommodations for onsite exams. An Onsite Test Accommodation Request form with professor approval is
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required to be submitted to SAS at least five (5) business days before the exam date. Please check in with SAS at [email protected] should you not receive a confirmation that your request form has been received. Rescheduling Exams Policy Rescheduling an exam can only be done with professor approval. Students seeking to reschedule an exam should first obtain approval for the rescheduled date/time from the professor and submit a new Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form to [email protected]. Student Accessibility Services will proceed with securing a proctor/testing room only after it receives the professor-approved rescheduled date/time. All requests for rescheduled exams are required to be submitted at least five (5) business days before the rescheduled quiz/exam.
Make-up exams follow the policy as indicated on the individual course syllabus. Students needing to change or cancel an exam due to illness or an emergency must contact the Academic Accommodations Coordinator at (858) 521-3968 or [email protected] as soon as possible. Students will also need to notify the professor to request an alternate date/time to take the exam and complete a new Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form for the make-up exam. All requests for make-up exams are required to be submitted at least five (5) business days before the rescheduled quiz/exam. Test Location and Delivery Method Policy Exams administered through Student Accessibility Services are offered in the same building the class is held, unless otherwise noted. If Student Accessibility Services is late in obtaining an exam or a professor is late in dropping off an exam, students will receive the full allotted time, if possible. Depending on the amount of time lapsed; students may need to reschedule the exam. Note: All rescheduling requests must be approved by the instructor before a new date and/or time is issued by Student Accessibility Services. Scheduled Day and Time Student Accessibility Services oversees the administration of exams with accommodations Mondays through Saturdays. Students using onsite test accommodations are responsible for taking their exams at the same time as the professor schedules the class exam. However, there may be times when the extended time causes a scheduling conflict and a student must take the exam at a different time or on a different day. Punctuality/Arrival Time Policy Students must arrive to the arranged testing site at least ten minutes prior to the scheduled exam time. Deviation from the schedule may cause disruption to other students using accommodations. Professors would not allow late arrivals for an exam or quiz in class; the same courtesy applies to Student Accessibility Services. Late Arrival Policy Exam time begins promptly as scheduled. If the student has not arrived at the testing location within five minutes of the scheduled time (according to the clock in the testing location or in the proctor’s possession), he/she may not be allowed to test and will be required to follow up with
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SAS at [email protected] or (858) 521-3968 right away. Should a disability-related late arrival occur, the student must inform SAS right away and may: 1) Need to reschedule the exam for an alternate date/time or 2) May have the remaining time to complete the exam that day; the Academic Accommodations Coordinator will make the final decision in consultation with the professor of record. All disability-related reasons for late arrivals should be brought to the Academic Accommodations Coordinator. If it is determined that the exam needs to be rescheduled for an alternate date/time, it is the student’s responsibility to first communicate with his/her instructor to reschedule the exam. Make-up exams follow the policy as indicated on the individual course syllabus. No Show Policy In order to remain eligible for Onsite Test Accommodations through Student Accessibility Services, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the office of cancellations as soon as possible, but at least 24 hours in advance by e-mailing [email protected]. After the first no show, students will receive a written warning and reminder of the student’s responsibility surrounding test accommodation practices and requirements. The second no show incident, with failure to notify Student Accessibility Services with at least 24 hours’ notice, may result in the temporary suspension of test accommodation services. In order to reinstate services, students may be required to meet with the Director, Student Services, and ADA Specialist, to have their situation evaluated.
Visitor Policy Per the 2020-2021 National University catalog, no one may visit a classroom during class hours without the prior approval of the instructor and the Director of Student Services at the site. Students may not bring children to the classroom or computer lab or leave them at any other University facility while attending class. Violations may result in disciplinary action. The Office of Student Accessibility Services will also enforce this same policy. If the visitor is needed due to a disability-related challenge, the student is responsible to get SAS approval at [email protected] at least 24 business hours in advance. Any future infractions of this code may result in disciplinary action or suspension of testing services.
Cell Phone Policy These devices are prohibited for use during the test. Students must place items away prior to starting the exam. Food/Drinks Policy Unless a student has prior approval to have food/drinks during exam based on disability, students will not be permitted in testing centers where laptop/desktop computers are housed. Students with prior approval must be respectful of other test takers.
Purses/Other Belongings Policy Unless prior approval is received due to medical reasons, all materials not in use or approved for use during the test (e.g. purses, backpacks, hats and sunglasses, cameras, notebooks, etc.) should be stacked along the far side of the room out of student’s reach or placed in lockers at the Rancho Bernardo testing location.
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Notes/Exam Aides Policy No material such as books, notes, cheat sheets, calculators, or other such items are permitted during testing unless prior approval is received by the professor of record or stated directly on the exam. Restroom Breaks Policy Students should not take anything out of the test room, unless otherwise approved due to disability-related reasons. Students are allotted 5 minutes; however, the clock will continue to run unless prior approval of breaks is allowed due to disability-related reasons.
Extended Time in Blackboard Not Adjusted Should a student’s extended test time not be adjusted at the time students are scheduled to take their exam with test accommodations, students may choose to continue to take the exam without the extended test time. Students may be required to sign a form verifying they are agreeing to take the exam without the extended time added. Proctors will have this form. Otherwise, students will need to reschedule test accommodations with their professor of record and following SAS reschedule policy.
Approved Testing Aids and Approved Test Services Should students be approved for testing accommodations other than extended test time and wish to use this accommodation, students must include this request on the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form under the section ‘Other Approved Test Accommodations’.
Music While Testing Students have prior approval with SAS for use of university-approved music and university-approved music device while testing (for onsite quizzes/exams). Students are not permitted to use their own devices. For additional questions contact [email protected].
Incomplete Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form SAS cannot request proctors for test accommodations without all the information on the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form. SAS will not accept incomplete forms. This includes forms without professor’s signature. Student and professors may contact SAS at [email protected] or (858) 521-3968 for any questions about testing accommodations. To receive a copy of this form, visit SAS website at: http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/StudentServices/accessibility/AccessibilityForms.html
Other approved test accommodations- refers to any additional approved test accommodations or approved testing aids stated on your Accommodation Letter.
Exam Start Time for the Class- refers to the time the class is scheduled to begin the exam. Standard length of time- refers to the amount of time class is given to complete the exam. SAS will adjust the start time and calculate the total test time for accommodations. Students are not required to use their test accommodations for every exam; therefore, it is the student’s
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responsibility to fill out the top portion of the request form to indicate to their professor of record and SAS which exams they are requesting to use their approved test accommodations. For additional assistance with the form, make an appointment with the Academic Accommodations Coordinator. You may request an appointment at http://meetme.so/nutesting or by emailing [email protected].
Directions for Opening/Saving the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form
Steps for PC Users Go to our website at http://www.nu.edu/sas and locate the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form. The link will open in a new tab.
1. To access the fillable, electronic Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form, open the form and save it on your computer, using file, then save as (or right click and save as).
2. Reopen the form (from where it has been saved) to fill in the spaces provided. Save the completed form by file, save as.
3. E-mail the saved and completed form (Part A completed by the student) to your professor as an attachment.
In order to access and complete the fillable, electronic Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form using a PC, a PDF reader, such as Adobe, is needed. This software may be downloaded for free at www.adobe.com. If you do not have a PDF reader and are using a Windows computer, the form will not be viewable until a compatible PDF reader is downloaded. Steps for MAC Users Go to our website at http://www.nu.edu/sas and locate the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form. Open the fillable, electronic Onsite Test Accommodations Request Form (PDF). In the right- hand corner select the button “Open in different viewer,” then select “open with Adobe Acrobat Pro.” Begin typing the information in the spaces provided. (If you are unable to type in the spaces provided, download the file, then save the file on your computer. Then, reopen the saved file, and begin typing.) Save the PDF document when completed to your computer. If you want to make any edits in the saved PDF document, do the following: Reopen the saved PDF document; Make any edits needed; Use the drop bar File, Save As, PDF. A visual example guiding a user through saving an edited PDF document is provided below. The electronic document is now ready to be saved as an attachment and e-mailed to your professor.
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Test Accommodations: Professor of Record Responsibility Students who request any test accommodations are responsible for providing a copy of his/her Accommodation Letter to their professor of record. Electronic Exams for Onsite and Online Courses Professors are responsible for changing the test time in Blackboard to reflect students approved extended test time for each quiz/exam and for adjusting the time the exam is viewable/accessible to the student to reflect the start time of scheduled test accommodations for onsite test accommodations. For assistants with Blackboard, contact the CIL Faculty Concierge Team at 1- 877-533-4733 Option 2. Request a copy of the Blackboard job aid to [email protected].
Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form for Onsite Courses Professors are responsible for reviewing a student’s Accommodation Letter prior to signing a student’s Onsite Test Accommodation Request form. Professors are also responsible for verifying that all information, such as exam/quiz date, standard length of time, and start time, are correct on the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form. Professors have two options for providing professor approval on the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form.
Option A: If the student has emailed the electronic Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form as an attachment to you, you may sign the form and email the form directly to [email protected].
Option B: If the student provides you with a hard copy of the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form, please provide your wet signature and immediately scan or provide the signed form to the student. The student is then responsible to submit the form to Student Accessibility Services via e-mail to [email protected] or fax to 858-521-3984.
Method of Exam Delivery for Onsite Courses Paper Based Exams: Professors must submit a copy of the exam, exam passwords and access codes for the exam, any exam instructions, and approved class-testing aids to SAS. Professors have two options to provide this information and must confirm with SAS their method of exam delivery 24 hours prior to the confirmed exam: Option One: Provide the hard copy of paper exam with approved class testing aides and instructions in an envelope to the appropriate Center Assistant(s) or directly to the proctor 15 minutes prior to the exam.
Option Two: E-mail the exam, instructions, exam passwords and any class approved testing aides to [email protected] at least 24 business hours before the exam is scheduled. Computer-based Exams in Blackboard: Professors are also responsible for verifying that the exam is viewable by the scheduled test accommodation time. If the exam is not viewable or exam codes/passwords are not provided by the scheduled test accommodation time, SAS will not can administer the exam. Students will need to reschedule their exam and follow the policy on rescheduling exams read page 8.
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If these delivery methods are not possible, contact Student Accessibility Services with timely notice at [email protected] or (858)521-3968 to discuss alternative options.
Exam Completion Return Policy for Onsite Test Accommodations Student Accessibility Service’s proctors will return the completed paper exam to the center assistants at the campus to be placed in a sealed envelope in the professor’s inbox. Professors may request a scanned copy of the finished exam, they must inform SAS at [email protected] at least 24 hours prior to the exam start time or reach out to the center assistant directly. Frequently Asked Questions How do I get test accommodations for my onsite courses? Students registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) and approved for test accommodations are responsible for providing a copy of his/her accommodation letter to their professor of record. They are also required to submit an Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form with professor approval to Student Accessibility Services should they wish to use any of their approved test accommodations for onsite exams, which may include extended test time and/or a distraction-reduced environment. A complete Onsite Test Accommodation Request form, which includes the start time and standard length of time filled out, with professor approval is required to be submitted to SAS to [email protected] at least 5 business days’ prior the exam in order to guarantee test accommodations. What is the Onsite Test Accommodation Request form and why is it required? Students have the right to choose which exams they want to use their approved accommodations. The Onsite Test Accommodation Request form is a document that students fill out in order for SAS to arrange a proctor and a separate room for the student’s request(s). Required fields are exam date, scheduled class start time for the exam, and standard length of time for the exam. Where can I find the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form? A copy of the Onsite Test Accommodation Request form can be found on our website at http://www.nu.edu/sas under the Accessibility Forms and Guides or by emailing [email protected].
What is the standard length of time (SLT) on the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form? The SLT refers to the amount of time the professor of record is giving the class to complete the quiz or exam. This does not include a student’s approved extended test time. Nor does it include the time for setting up computers for your class. This refers to the amount of time for the test itself. What is the start time on the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form? This is the time you have scheduled the class to begin the quiz or exam. This does not refer to the time the class begins lecture. Why is a minimum of 5 business days required for the Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form?
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Due to the high volume of requests and the arrangement and securing of a proctor/separate room requires coordination among many departments, campuses, and individuals which requires timely notice. What is a ‘Business Day’? Refers to the Monday through Friday 8am-5pm (Pacific Standard Time). What if changes are made to my exams? Any changes to your exam requires timely notice in order to secure the room and a proctor. Contact SAS right away at [email protected] to inform of any additions or changes to your exam.
What testing aids are allowed for test accommodations? Only approved testing accommodations and professor-approved testing aides are allowed. Email [email protected] of the class approved testing aids for the exam at least 24 hours prior to the exam. What is an Academic Accommodations Coordinator? The Academic Accommodations Coordinator is a neutral agent of the university who assist students with academic accommodations, including both online and onsite testing accommodations services for those students registered with SAS, as well as assisting professors with remaining compliant with the ADA and ADA Amendments Act of 2008. I have computer-based exams for my Onsite Course. How does a student receive their test accommodations? In addition to providing a copy of the Accommodation Letter to the professor of record and submitting an Onsite Test Accommodation Request form to SAS, for Blackboard quizzes and exams, the professor of record is responsible for changing a student’s test time for each quiz and/or exam in addition to a student submitting the required form. The extended test time is not automatically applied for Blackboard. How does a student use test accommodations for ATI or Kaplan Exams? Students who wish to use their approved test accommodations for the ATI or Kaplan exams are still required to submit an Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form with professor approval to SAS at least five (5) business days prior to the exam. Students must confirm their ATI or Kaplan account username SAS at [email protected] five (5) business prior to exam in order to apply the approved extended test time. Once the extended test time is added, the extended test time is automatically applied for all future exams. What is a supplemental website? Any website or learning management system that supplements your course (i.e. McGraw Hill, Behavior Development Solutions, etc.) other than Blackboard. Why do I need to provide the exam codes? In order to be in compliant with the ADA, exams codes are required to be submitted to
[email protected] at least 24 hours prior to the exam to ensure students receive their full approved academic testing accommodations. Otherwise, test accommodations may need to be
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rescheduled. For ATI and Kaplan exams, professor may choose to provide the codes to SAS or allow the student to test at the confirmed scheduled time for test accommodations.
How do I provide paper-based exams to my student testing with accommodations? To ensure there are no delays to test accommodations if a paper exam is to be administered, professors have three options in submitting the exam.
1) A copy of the exam is required to be submitted to [email protected] at least 24 hours prior to the exam
2) Professors may provide a hard copy of the exam to the center assistant on campus 3) 3) Professors can provide a copy of the exam to the student and proctor directly.
Confirmation of your method of exam delivery is required to be submitted to [email protected] 24 hours prior to the exam.
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Student Checklist Resource
What are Students’ Responsibilities for Receiving Approved Test Accommodations?
Complete your Test Accommodation Orientation if you have not already done so. This
orientation is required prior to using any approved test accommodations and is required to be completed at least 2 weeks prior to your first exam requests. To complete the orientation, students are required to review the Test Accommodation Orientation power point and submit the Mandatory Test Accommodation Orientation Checklist Form. These documents are located online at http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/StudentServices/accessibility.html. For assistance request an appointment date and time at http://meetme.so/nutesting or email [email protected].
Read and abide by the Test Accommodation Policies and Guides, which are located online at http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/StudentServices/accessibility.html.
Set up a time with the professor of record to discuss your approved academic accommodations and upcoming exam requests.
Provide your professor of record with a copy of your Accommodation Letter. Academic accommodations are not retroactive; therefore, students are encouraged to provide their letter at least 1 week prior to the start of the course.
For electronic quizzes/exams in Blackboard, your approved test time extension is NOT automatic. Inform and remind your professor of record to adjust the test time for each quiz/exam to reflect the test time extension approved on your Accommodation Letter. Refer your professor to contact CIL Faculty Concierge team at 1-877-533-4733 Option 2 for Blackboard assistance.
For onsite quizzes and exams, complete an Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form. It is the student’s responsibility to follow up with their professor of record to complete the form and to receive professor approval. The Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form is located at http://www.nu.edu/OurPrograms/StudentServices/accessibility.html. SAS will no longer accept old versions of the form.
Submit your complete Onsite Test Accommodation Request Form with professor approval to SAS, in person or via email to [email protected] at least five business days prior to the exam date for onsite quizzes/exams. Only complete forms will be accepted. Please make sure the form is completely filled out prior to submitting your form. SAS cannot process requests with missing exam information.
Contact SAS immediately at [email protected] if any onsite quizzes/exam dates and times change or are cancelled. SAS requires 24 hours’ notice to cancel test accommodations
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for onsite exams.
For assistance with supplemental websites, contact SAS right away; at least 5 business days’ notice is required. Timely notice is required for any requests for academic accommodations. For any questions or assistance, please contact [email protected] or request an appointment date and time at http://meetme.so/nutesting.
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Pre-Licensure BSN Program Learning Support Plan (LSP)
Referral form for Academic Performance
Approved, Admission and Progression Committee, 3.12.2018
Approved, DON Faculty and Staff, 3.15.2018
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FACULTY REFERRAL FORM FOR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Complete the applicable information on this referral form, for ANY or “AT RISK” student
Date: Course: NSG # Class section # Cohort #
Student name:
Student email address:
Faculty name:
Faculty email address:
Nature of the Problem Evidence of the Problem Exam failure Exam: Score:
Written work deficit
Assignment score below standard Assignment: Score: Explanation of deficit:
Overall class average below passing score
Score:
Other
Recommendations to ensure future success of academic progress
Note/Details
Learning/Test taking strategies
Critical thinking skill enhancement
Self-Assessment Inventory
Med Math practice
Case Study/ Real Life Scenarios
Set aside adequate study time
Referral to: Writing Center Math Center Lab Director Tutor
Appointment with Tutor: https://nunursing.mywconline.com/
Other specific study plan
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Notes on student’s progress, when the LSP is instituted, and when the student and faculty/others meet to evaluate the progress.
Initial Student’s Initial
Date
Meet with student to discuss and develop plan
Signatures for current plan: After the development of LSP, faculty, student, skills director, and if necessary, Associate Director will sign below: Signed (Student) Date
Signed (Faculty) Date
Signed (Course Lead) Date
Signed (Skills Director) Date
Signed (Associate Director) Date
Possible outcome: Problem resolved. LSP completed, date Problem did not resolve. LSP continued until date
(MUST HAVE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR SIGNATURE FOR BELOW OUTCOMES) Problem did not resolve. Course withdrawal, date: Problem did not resolve. Course failure, date: Problem did not resolve. Course failure and ineligible for readmission, date:
Signed (Student) Date
Signed (Faculty) Date
Signed (Course Lead) Date
Signed (Associate Director) Date
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Student Self-Assessment of Areas Affecting School Success
Name Cohort
Course Date
Circle the number that best represents your current level of need to take action for school success. 0 means no need and 5 means great need.
Time management 0 1 2 3 4 5 Learning style 0 1 2 3 4 5 Study skills (includes reading) 0 1 2 3 4 5 Test taking strategies 0 1 2 3 4 5 Managing anxiety and stress 0 1 2 3 4 5 Specific course content 0 1 2 3 4 5 Support system 0 1 2 3 4 5
Rank these in order of importance for your success. For example, if you feel that stress and anxiety is affecting your success, mark it as 1 and the next most important item with a 2 and so on.
1 2 3 4 5 6
Time management Learning style Study skills (includes reading) Test taking strategies Managing anxiety and stress Specific course content Support System
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2020
Pre-Licensure BSN Program Learning Support Plan (LSP)
Referral form for Clinical Performance
Approved, Admission and Progression Committee, 3.12.2018
Approved, DON Faculty and Staff, 3.18.2018
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FACULTY REFERRAL FORM FOR CLINICAL PERFORMANCE
Complete the applicable information on this referral form, for ANY or “AT RISK” student
Date: Course: NSG # Class section # Cohort #
Student name: Student email address:
Faculty name: Faculty email address:
Nature of the Problem Evidence of the Problem Absenteeism Tardiness Excused: Unexcused:
Unprepared for clinical: Unsatisfactory Plan of Care Inadequate research on client problems/diagnoses, lab values, medications, complications, etc. Not adhere to nursing dress code policy Failure to bring nursing
instruments for client’s care
Unsafe clinical practice: Did not demonstrate mastery of basic skills Unable to calculate medication dosages, IV rates, etc. Violate client confidentiality Falsify records Communication issues Difficulty following directions Demonstrate irresponsible behavior Not adhere to clinical agency policy
Written work deficit
Other
Recommendations to ensure future Note/Details success of academic progress Time management May not be late or absent from clinical
Arrange for make-up Improve clinical preparation Must produce satisfactory written care plans.
Improve verbal communication skills Practice Med Math problem May not administer meds until pass Med Math Exam
Must pass Med Math exam with a score of 100%
Improve psychomotor skills
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Practice skill performance Must pass skill check times
Referral to: Writing Center Math Center Lab Director Tutor
Appointment for tutor: https://nunursing.mywconline.com/
Other specific improvement plan
Notes on student’s progress, when the LSP is instituted, and when the student and faculty/others meet to evaluate the progress.
Initial Student’s Initial
Date
Meet with student to discuss and develop plan
Signatures for current plan: After the development of LSP, faculty, student, skills director, and if necessary, Associate Director will sign below: Signed (Student) Date
Signed (Faculty) Date
Signed (Course Lead) Date
Signed (Skills Director) Date
Signed (Associate Director) Date
Possible outcome: Problem resolved. LSP terminated, date _______________________ Problem did not resolve. LSP continued until date Other Date
(MUST HAVE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR SIGNATURE FOR BELOW OUTCOMES) Problem did not resolve. Course Withdrawal, date: Problem did not resolve. Course Failure, date: Problem did not resolve. Course failure and ineligible for readmission, date:
Signed (Student) Date
Signed (Faculty) Date
Signed (Course Lead) Date
Signed (Associate Director) Date
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Pre-Licensure BSN Program Learning Support Plan (LSP)
Referral form for Professional Conduct
Approved, Admission and Progression Committee, 3.12.2018
Approved, DON Faculty and Staff, 3.18.2018
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FACULTY REFERRAL FORM FOR PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Complete the applicable information on this referral form, for ANY or “AT RISK” student
Date: Course: NSG # Class section # Cohort #
Student name: Student email address:
Faculty name: Faculty email address:
Nature of the Problem Evidence of the Problem Does not relate in a mature, professional, and
civil manner with faculty, staff, clients, families, and peers
Does not communicate truthfully/honestly with faculty and staff
Does not follow faculty directions/instructions
Violation of HIPAA and/or client confidentiality
Academic dishonesty (per NU general catalog)
Assault, battery, or intent to harm another person
Placing a client in physical or emotional jeopardy
Disruption in the educational setting (e.g. chewing gums, surf internet/social media, personal conversation….)
Harassment or threatening behavior in alignment with legal, civil codes, and university guidelines
Emotional outbursts in the classroom and/or clinical setting
Misrepresentation of one’s clinical experience in the patient care setting
Does not adhere to ANA Nursing Code of Ethics with Interpretive Statements (2015)
Does not adhere to student handbook/university guidelines
Use of personal cell phones during theory class and/or clinical
Other:
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Recommendations to ensure future success of academic progress
Note/Details
Seek counseling for personal and/or behavior concerns
Possible outcome: Problem resolved. LSP terminated, date Problem did not resolve. LSP continued until date Other Date
(MUST HAVE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR SIGNATURE BELOW FOR BELOW OUTCOMES) Problem did not resolve. Course Withdrawal, date:
Problem did not resolve. Course Failure, date:
Problem did not resolve. Course failure and ineligible for readmission, date:
Signed (Student) Date
Signed (Faculty) Date
Signed (Course Lead) Date
Signed (Associate Director) Date
Other specific improvement plan
Notes on student’s progress, when the LSP is instituted, and when the student and faculty/others meet to evaluate the progress.
Initial Student’s Initial
Date
Meet with student to discuss and develop plan
Signatures for current plan: After the development of LSP, faculty, student, and if necessary, Associate Director will sign below: Signed (Student) Date
Signed (Faculty) Date
Signed (Course Lead) Date
Signed (Associate Director) Date
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Reintegration Policy
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Policies and Procedures
Policy #: COPS Department: Nursing Title: Reintegration Process Date: 11/16/2018 Last Revision Date: 11/16/2018, 8/12/2019 Approved by: Department of Nursing Faculty Effective Date:
Purpose: To define the guidelines for reintegration of nursing students in the Department of Nursing, College of Professional Studies. Reintegration is defined as the action or process of integrating a student back into their designated program. Policy: This policy includes Pre-licensure BSN programs. The College of Professional Studies requires that all faculty and staff shall adhere to the guidelines described in this policy. • Students who are absent for a period of 12 months or more are maybe discontinued from the University,
must re-apply and will be held to the nursing requirements of the catalog requirements when they are readmitted.
• If a student leaves for medical reasons, a medical clearance must be submitted prior to readmission. • The pre-licensure nursing programs at National University are Cohort programs. Students who are
unsuccessful in their first attempt at any of the nursing courses or who take a break from the course sequencing for any reason will be placed in subsequent cohorts on a space available basis; that is if, and when openings in the class are available. If a student leaves his/her original cohort for any reason, there is no guarantee of space in another cohort and the nursing program will do their best to reintegrate the student when there is space.
• Any required nursing course for which a student receives a grade of less than a C for a course may need to be repeated. Students may only repeat a nursing course one time. The following policies also apply: o A student may only repeat one nursing course during the entire nursing program. o If a student fails a theory course or component of a course whether the theory or the clinical or
both, this counts as one course failure. The student will be allowed to repeat the theory and clinical if they have not repeated any nursing course prior to this.
o If a student fails a theory course or component of a course whether the theory or the clinical or both, this counts as one course failure. The student will not be allowed to repeat if they have already repeated any nursing course prior to this.
• Students may only withdraw from required courses a maximum of two times total unless special permission is granted by the Chair of the Department of Nursing.
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• Interim classes may be available and must speak with an academic advisor for a list of upcoming courses.
• Any student who is unsuccessful in fulfilling the above criteria will be disqualified from the Nursing Program and may not reapply to the program.
